SWIFT/BIC code INGBFR21XXX
INGBFR21XXX belongs to ING Bank France-Retail Banking (ING Direct) in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | INGBFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | INGBFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | ING Bank France-Retail Banking (ING Direct) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the ING Bank France-Retail Banking (ING Direct) SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- INGB 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 institution uses SWIFT code INGBFR21XXX?
INGBFR21XXX identifies the main office of ING Bank France-Retail Banking (ING Direct) in Paris, France. It is the code to use when a payment to ING Bank France-Retail Banking (ING Direct) does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of INGBFR21XXX mean?
INGB is the institution code of ING Bank France-Retail Banking (ING Direct), FR is the ISO code of France, 21 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use INGBFR21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check INGBFR21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to ING Bank France-Retail Banking (ING Direct) in France?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Does ING Bank France-Retail Banking (ING Direct) have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – INGBFR21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for ING Bank France-Retail Banking (ING Direct) in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does a transfer to ING Bank France-Retail Banking (ING Direct) take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers 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.