SWIFT/BIC code AGFOFR21XXX
AGFOFR21XXX belongs to Agence France Locale in Lyon, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AGFOFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AGFOFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Agence France Locale |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lyon |
| Country | France |
How the Agence France Locale SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AGFO 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code AGFOFR21XXX?
AGFOFR21XXX identifies the headquarters of Agence France Locale in Lyon, France. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Agence France Locale.
What happens if I enter AGFOFR21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check AGFOFR21XXX against the details from Agence France Locale before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Agence France Locale?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need AGFOFR21XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need AGFOFR21XXX.
Does Agence France Locale have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, AGFOFR21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Agence France Locale in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does a transfer to Agence France Locale take in France?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.