SWIFT/BIC code VALOFR21XXX
VALOFR21XXX belongs to Vallourec in Boulogne Billancourt, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VALOFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VALOFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Vallourec |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Boulogne Billancourt |
| Country | France |
The way the Vallourec SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VALO 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 institution is behind BIC VALOFR21XXX?
VALOFR21XXX identifies the main office of Vallourec in Boulogne Billancourt, France. Use it when you send money to an account at Vallourec.
What happens if I use VALOFR21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check VALOFR21XXX against the details from Vallourec before you confirm.
Does Vallourec have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, VALOFR21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Vallourec in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What does each part of VALOFR21XXX mean?
VALO is the bank code of Vallourec, FR stands for France, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
How long does a transfer to Vallourec take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need VALOFR21XXX to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need VALOFR21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.