SWIFT/BIC code RIFRFR21XXX
RIFRFR21XXX belongs to Ria France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RIFRFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RIFRFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ria France |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Ria France SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RIFR 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 BIC RIFRFR21XXX?
The code RIFRFR21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Ria France in Paris, France. Use it when a payment to Ria France does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter RIFRFR21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RIFRFR21XXX against the details from Ria France before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Ria France in France?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of RIFRFR21XXX mean?
RIFR is the bank code of Ria France, FR is the ISO code of France, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Is RIFRFR21 and RIFRFR21XXX the same code?
Yes. RIFRFR21 is the 8-character version of RIFRFR21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Ria France in Paris.
Do I need RIFRFR21XXX to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need RIFRFR21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.