SWIFT/BIC code NORFFRP1XXX
NORFFRP1XXX belongs to Norwich Finance (France) in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NORFFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NORFFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Norwich Finance (France) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the Norwich Finance (France) SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NORF 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 institution is behind BIC NORFFRP1XXX?
The code NORFFRP1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Norwich Finance (France) in Paris, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Norwich Finance (France) does not need a specific branch.
Does Norwich Finance (France) use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – NORFFRP1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Norwich Finance (France) in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I enter NORFFRP1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NORFFRP1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Is NORFFRP1 and NORFFRP1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. NORFFRP1 is the short version of NORFFRP1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Norwich Finance (France) in Paris.
Do I need NORFFRP1XXX 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 NORFFRP1XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Norwich Finance (France)?
Euro transfers within SEPA 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.