SWIFT/BIC code PCAHFR21XXX
PCAHFR21XXX belongs to Pas de Calais Habitat in Arras, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCAHFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCAHFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Pas de Calais Habitat |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Arras |
| Country | France |
The way the Pas de Calais Habitat SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PCAH 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 PCAHFR21XXX?
The code PCAHFR21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Pas de Calais Habitat in Arras, France. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Pas de Calais Habitat.
What happens if I enter PCAHFR21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PCAHFR21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Is PCAHFR21 and PCAHFR21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. PCAHFR21 is the short version of PCAHFR21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Pas de Calais Habitat in Arras.
How long does it take to send money to Pas de Calais Habitat?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need PCAHFR21XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need PCAHFR21XXX.
What does each part of PCAHFR21XXX stand for?
PCAH is the bank code of Pas de Calais Habitat, FR stands for France, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.