SWIFT/BIC code APREFR21XXX
APREFR21XXX belongs to Apreva in Lille, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | APREFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | APREFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Apreva |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lille |
| Country | France |
How the Apreva SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- APRE 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 bank is behind SWIFT code APREFR21XXX?
The code APREFR21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Apreva in Lille, France. Use it when a payment to Apreva does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Apreva in France?
Banks often 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.
What happens if I use APREFR21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check APREFR21XXX against the details from Apreva before you confirm.
Does Apreva use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, APREFR21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Apreva in France, so there is no branch code to choose.
Do I need APREFR21XXX to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need APREFR21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Apreva take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.