SWIFT/BIC code BCHAFR21XXX
BCHAFR21XXX belongs to Banque Chalus SA in Clermont Ferrand, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCHAFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCHAFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Chalus SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Clermont Ferrand |
| Country | France |
The way the Banque Chalus SA SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCHA 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
Which institution uses SWIFT code BCHAFR21XXX?
BCHAFR21XXX identifies the head office of Banque Chalus SA in Clermont Ferrand, France. Use it when a payment to Banque Chalus SA does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Chalus SA?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BCHAFR21XXX 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 BCHAFR21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Banque Chalus SA take in France?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is BCHAFR21 and BCHAFR21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BCHAFR21 is the 8-character version of BCHAFR21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Banque Chalus SA in Clermont Ferrand.
Does Banque Chalus SA have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BCHAFR21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Banque Chalus SA in France, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.