SWIFT/BIC code BATFFR21XXX
BATFFR21XXX belongs to Batifranc SA in Besancon, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BATFFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BATFFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Batifranc SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Besancon |
| Country | France |
How the Batifranc SA SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BATF Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank uses BIC BATFFR21XXX?
BATFFR21XXX identifies the head office of Batifranc SA in Besancon, France. Use it when a payment to Batifranc SA does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Batifranc SA?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BATFFR21XXX to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BATFFR21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Batifranc SA take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is BATFFR21 and BATFFR21XXX the same code?
Yes. BATFFR21 is the short version of BATFFR21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Batifranc SA in Besancon.
What does each part of BATFFR21XXX stand for?
BATF is the institution code of Batifranc SA, FR is the ISO code of France, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.