SWIFT/BIC code HANDFRPPXXX
HANDFRPPXXX belongs to Svenska Handelsbanken AB in Nice, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HANDFRPPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HANDFRPP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Svenska Handelsbanken AB |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nice |
| Country | France |
How the Svenska Handelsbanken AB SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HAND Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PP 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 SWIFT/BIC code HANDFRPPXXX?
HANDFRPPXXX identifies the main office of Svenska Handelsbanken AB in Nice, France. Use it when you send money to an account at Svenska Handelsbanken AB.
Does Svenska Handelsbanken AB use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, HANDFRPPXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Svenska Handelsbanken AB in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use HANDFRPPXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HANDFRPPXXX with the recipient before sending.
Is HANDFRPP and HANDFRPPXXX the same code?
Yes. HANDFRPP is the 8-character version of HANDFRPPXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Svenska Handelsbanken AB in Nice.
How long does a transfer to Svenska Handelsbanken AB take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HANDFRPPXXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HANDFRPPXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.