SWIFT/BIC code NESTFR21XXX
NESTFR21XXX belongs to Nestor in Saint Heand, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NESTFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NESTFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Nestor |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Saint Heand |
| Country | France |
The way the Nestor SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NEST 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code NESTFR21XXX?
NESTFR21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Nestor in Saint Heand, France. Use it when a payment to Nestor does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter NESTFR21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NESTFR21XXX against the details from Nestor before sending.
Is NESTFR21 and NESTFR21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. NESTFR21 is the 8-character version of NESTFR21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Nestor in Saint Heand.
How long does it take to send money to Nestor 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 NESTFR21XXX to send euros to France?
France belongs to 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 NESTFR21XXX.
What do the letters in NESTFR21XXX mean?
NEST is the institution code of Nestor, FR is the ISO code of France, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.