SWIFT/BIC code ESAAFR21XXX
ESAAFR21XXX belongs to Esca in Strasbourg, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESAAFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESAAFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Esca |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Strasbourg |
| Country | France |
How the Esca SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ESAA 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 is behind BIC ESAAFR21XXX?
ESAAFR21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Esca in Strasbourg, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Esca does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Esca in France?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Esca have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ESAAFR21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Esca in France, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in ESAAFR21XXX stand for?
ESAA is the institution code of Esca, FR is the ISO code of France, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I enter ESAAFR21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ESAAFR21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Esca take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.