SWIFT/BIC code FOBEFRP1XXX
FOBEFRP1XXX belongs to Fondation Bettencourt in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FOBEFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FOBEFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Fondation Bettencourt |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Fondation Bettencourt SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FOBE 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
Which institution uses BIC FOBEFRP1XXX?
FOBEFRP1XXX identifies the main office of Fondation Bettencourt in Paris, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Fondation Bettencourt does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Fondation Bettencourt in France?
Banks often add several percent 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.
Is FOBEFRP1 and FOBEFRP1XXX the same code?
Yes. FOBEFRP1 is the 8-character version of FOBEFRP1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Fondation Bettencourt in Paris.
How long does a transfer to Fondation Bettencourt take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need FOBEFRP1XXX to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need FOBEFRP1XXX.
Does Fondation Bettencourt have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, FOBEFRP1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Fondation Bettencourt in France, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.