SWIFT/BIC code CFETFR21XXX
CFETFR21XXX belongs to Compagnie Francaise D'assurance Pour le Commerce Exterieur SA in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CFETFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CFETFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Compagnie Francaise D'assurance Pour le Commerce Exterieur SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Compagnie Francaise D'assurance Pour le Commerce Exterieur SA SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CFET 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code CFETFR21XXX?
CFETFR21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Compagnie Francaise D'assurance Pour le Commerce Exterieur SA in Paris, France. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Compagnie Francaise D'assurance Pour le Commerce Exterieur SA.
Do I need CFETFR21XXX to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need CFETFR21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Compagnie Francaise D'assurance Pour le Commerce Exterieur SA?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are CFETFR21 and CFETFR21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. CFETFR21 is the short version of CFETFR21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Compagnie Francaise D'assurance Pour le Commerce Exterieur SA in Paris.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Compagnie Francaise D'assurance Pour le Commerce Exterieur SA in France?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use CFETFR21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CFETFR21XXX against the details from Compagnie Francaise D'assurance Pour le Commerce Exterieur SA before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.