SWIFT/BIC code HOTEFRP1XXX
HOTEFRP1XXX belongs to Hotelim in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HOTEFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HOTEFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Hotelim |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Hotelim SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HOTE 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 bank uses BIC HOTEFRP1XXX?
HOTEFRP1XXX identifies the main office of Hotelim in Paris, France. Use it when a payment to Hotelim does not need a specific branch.
Are HOTEFRP1 and HOTEFRP1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. HOTEFRP1 is the 8-character version of HOTEFRP1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Hotelim in Paris.
How long does a transfer to Hotelim take in France?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HOTEFRP1XXX to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HOTEFRP1XXX.
What do the letters in HOTEFRP1XXX mean?
HOTE is the institution code of Hotelim, FR is the ISO code of France, P1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I use HOTEFRP1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HOTEFRP1XXX against the details from Hotelim before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.