SWIFT/BIC code BTCAFR21XXX
BTCAFR21XXX belongs to Baticentre Batiroc-Centre in Orleans, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BTCAFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BTCAFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Baticentre Batiroc-Centre |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Orleans |
| Country | France |
How the Baticentre Batiroc-Centre SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BTCA 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 bank uses BIC BTCAFR21XXX?
BTCAFR21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Baticentre Batiroc-Centre in Orleans, France. Use it when a payment to Baticentre Batiroc-Centre does not need a specific branch.
Do I need BTCAFR21XXX to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BTCAFR21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Baticentre Batiroc-Centre in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are BTCAFR21 and BTCAFR21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BTCAFR21 is the 8-character version of BTCAFR21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Baticentre Batiroc-Centre in Orleans.
What do the letters in BTCAFR21XXX mean?
BTCA is the bank code of Baticentre Batiroc-Centre, FR is the ISO code of France, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What is the best way to send money to Baticentre Batiroc-Centre?
Banks often add several percent 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.