SWIFT/BIC code MIHHFR21XXX
MIHHFR21XXX belongs to Michelin in Clermont Ferrand, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIHHFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIHHFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Michelin |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Clermont Ferrand |
| Country | France |
How the Michelin SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MIHH 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 SWIFT code MIHHFR21XXX?
The code MIHHFR21XXX belongs to the head office of Michelin in Clermont Ferrand, France. Use it when a payment to Michelin does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of MIHHFR21XXX stand for?
MIHH is the institution code of Michelin, FR stands for France, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use MIHHFR21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIHHFR21XXX against the details from Michelin before sending.
Are MIHHFR21 and MIHHFR21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. MIHHFR21 is the 8-character version of MIHHFR21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Michelin in Clermont Ferrand.
Do I need MIHHFR21XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need MIHHFR21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Michelin?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.