SWIFT/BIC code ELFAFRP1XXX
ELFAFRP1XXX belongs to HSBC Factoring France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ELFAFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ELFAFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | HSBC Factoring France |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the HSBC Factoring France SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ELFA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- P1 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 code ELFAFRP1XXX?
The code ELFAFRP1XXX belongs to the head office of HSBC Factoring France in Paris, France. Use it when a payment to HSBC Factoring France does not need a specific branch.
Is ELFAFRP1 and ELFAFRP1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ELFAFRP1 is the short version of ELFAFRP1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to HSBC Factoring France in Paris.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Factoring France?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use ELFAFRP1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ELFAFRP1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need ELFAFRP1XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need ELFAFRP1XXX.
Does HSBC Factoring France use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ELFAFRP1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for HSBC Factoring France in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.