SWIFT/BIC code WTERFR22XXX
WTERFR22XXX belongs to Waters S.a.s in Guyancourt, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WTERFR22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WTERFR22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Waters S.a.s |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Guyancourt |
| Country | France |
How the Waters S.a.s SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WTER Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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 WTERFR22XXX?
The code WTERFR22XXX belongs to the headquarters of Waters S.a.s in Guyancourt, France. Use it when you send money to an account at Waters S.a.s.
Is WTERFR22 and WTERFR22XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. WTERFR22 is the 8-character version of WTERFR22XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Waters S.a.s in Guyancourt.
Do I need WTERFR22XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need WTERFR22XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Waters S.a.s in France?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Does Waters S.a.s use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, WTERFR22XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Waters S.a.s in France, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Waters S.a.s?
Many banks add several percent 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.