SWIFT/BIC code APDVFR21XXX
APDVFR21XXX belongs to April Developpement in Lyon, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | APDVFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | APDVFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | April Developpement |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lyon |
| Country | France |
The way the April Developpement SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- APDV 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 is behind SWIFT code APDVFR21XXX?
APDVFR21XXX identifies the head office of April Developpement in Lyon, France. Use it when a payment to April Developpement does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of APDVFR21XXX stand for?
APDV is the institution code of April Developpement, FR is the ISO code of France, 21 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What happens if I use APDVFR21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check APDVFR21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Do I need APDVFR21XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need APDVFR21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to April Developpement in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are APDVFR21 and APDVFR21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. APDVFR21 is the 8-character version of APDVFR21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach April Developpement in Lyon.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.