SWIFT/BIC code AGRIGFG1CAY
AGRIGFG1CAY belongs to Credit Agricole in Cayenne, French Guiana.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AGRIGFG1CAY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AGRIGFG1 |
| Branch code | CAY |
| Bank | Credit Agricole |
| Branch | — |
| City | Cayenne |
| Country | French Guiana |
The way the Credit Agricole SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AGRI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GF Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- G1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CAY 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code AGRIGFG1CAY?
AGRIGFG1CAY is the SWIFT/BIC code of Credit Agricole, part of Credit Agricole in Cayenne, French Guiana. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter AGRIGFG1CAY incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AGRIGFG1CAY with the recipient before sending.
What do I need to send money to an account at Credit Agricole?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AGRIGFG1CAY, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. French Guiana uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Credit Agricole in French Guiana?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
How long does a transfer to Credit Agricole take in French Guiana?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use AGRIGFG1 instead of AGRIGFG1CAY?
AGRIGFG1 is the head office of Credit Agricole, while AGRIGFG1CAY points to Credit Agricole. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use AGRIGFG1CAY if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.