SWIFT/BIC code BNPCFR21XXX
BNPCFR21XXX belongs to BNP Paribas Factor SA in Puteaux, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPCFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPCFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Factor SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Puteaux |
| Country | France |
How the BNP Paribas Factor SA SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BNPC 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 SWIFT code BNPCFR21XXX?
BNPCFR21XXX identifies the main office of BNP Paribas Factor SA in Puteaux, France. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at BNP Paribas Factor SA.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Factor SA?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter BNPCFR21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BNPCFR21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of BNPCFR21XXX stand for?
BNPC is the institution code of BNP Paribas Factor SA, FR is the ISO code of France, 21 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas Factor SA take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BNPCFR21XXX to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BNPCFR21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.