SWIFT/BIC code NOVWFRP1XXX
NOVWFRP1XXX belongs to Novawatt in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NOVWFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NOVWFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Novawatt |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Novawatt SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NOVW 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
What bank is behind BIC NOVWFRP1XXX?
NOVWFRP1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Novawatt in Paris, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Novawatt does not need a specific branch.
Are NOVWFRP1 and NOVWFRP1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. NOVWFRP1 is the 8-character version of NOVWFRP1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Novawatt in Paris.
How long does it take to send money to Novawatt in France?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NOVWFRP1XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need NOVWFRP1XXX.
Does Novawatt use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, NOVWFRP1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Novawatt in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do the letters in NOVWFRP1XXX stand for?
NOVW is the institution code of Novawatt, FR is the ISO code of France, P1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.