SWIFT/BIC code CAFFFR21XXX
CAFFFR21XXX belongs to Caterpillar Finance France SA in Saint Denis, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CAFFFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CAFFFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Caterpillar Finance France SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Saint Denis |
| Country | France |
The way the Caterpillar Finance France SA SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CAFF 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code CAFFFR21XXX?
CAFFFR21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Caterpillar Finance France SA in Saint Denis, France. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Caterpillar Finance France SA.
How long does it take to send money to Caterpillar Finance France SA?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CAFFFR21XXX to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need CAFFFR21XXX.
Is CAFFFR21 and CAFFFR21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. CAFFFR21 is the short version of CAFFFR21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Caterpillar Finance France SA in Saint Denis.
What do the letters in CAFFFR21XXX stand for?
CAFF is the institution code of Caterpillar Finance France SA, FR is the ISO code of France, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What is the best way to send money to Caterpillar Finance France SA in France?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.