SWIFT/BIC code SFILFRPPXXX
SFILFRPPXXX belongs to Sfil in Issy les Moulineaux, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SFILFRPPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SFILFRPP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sfil |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Issy les Moulineaux |
| Country | France |
The way the Sfil SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SFIL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PP 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 BIC SFILFRPPXXX?
SFILFRPPXXX identifies the head office of Sfil in Issy les Moulineaux, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Sfil does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in SFILFRPPXXX mean?
SFIL is the bank code of Sfil, FR stands for France, PP is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sfil in France?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Are SFILFRPP and SFILFRPPXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SFILFRPP is the short version of SFILFRPPXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Sfil in Issy les Moulineaux.
Do I need SFILFRPPXXX for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need SFILFRPPXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Sfil in France?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.