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SWIFT/BIC code CFAFFR22XXX

CFAFFR22XXX belongs to Cfao in Sevres, France.

CFAFFR22XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCFAFFR22XXX
8-character codeCFAFFR22
Branch codeXXX
BankCfao
BranchHead office
CitySevres
CountryFrance

How the Cfao SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

CFAF 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 uses BIC CFAFFR22XXX?

The code CFAFFR22XXX belongs to the main office of Cfao in Sevres, France. Use it when a payment to Cfao does not need a specific branch.

What happens if I use CFAFFR22XXX incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CFAFFR22XXX with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need CFAFFR22XXX for a euro transfer to France?

France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need CFAFFR22XXX.

How long does a transfer to Cfao take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Is CFAFFR22 and CFAFFR22XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. CFAFFR22 is the 8-character version of CFAFFR22XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Cfao in Sevres.

What do the letters in CFAFFR22XXX stand for?

CFAF is the bank code of Cfao, FR stands for France, 22 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.