SWIFT/BIC code BPAXFR22XXX
BPAXFR22XXX belongs to Bpifrance Assurance Export in Maisons Alfort, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPAXFR22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPAXFR22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bpifrance Assurance Export |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Maisons Alfort |
| Country | France |
The way the Bpifrance Assurance Export SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPAX Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BPAXFR22XXX?
The code BPAXFR22XXX belongs to the headquarters of Bpifrance Assurance Export in Maisons Alfort, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Bpifrance Assurance Export does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bpifrance Assurance Export in France?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter BPAXFR22XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BPAXFR22XXX against the details from Bpifrance Assurance Export before sending.
Is BPAXFR22 and BPAXFR22XXX the same code?
Yes. BPAXFR22 is the short version of BPAXFR22XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Bpifrance Assurance Export in Maisons Alfort.
Do I need BPAXFR22XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of 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 BPAXFR22XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Bpifrance Assurance Export?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.