SWIFT/BIC code AVDIFR21XXX
AVDIFR21XXX belongs to Aviva Direct in Bois Colombes, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AVDIFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AVDIFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Aviva Direct |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bois Colombes |
| Country | France |
How the Aviva Direct SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AVDI 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 AVDIFR21XXX?
The code AVDIFR21XXX belongs to the head office of Aviva Direct in Bois Colombes, France. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Aviva Direct.
Does Aviva Direct have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, AVDIFR21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Aviva Direct in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I enter AVDIFR21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AVDIFR21XXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Aviva Direct?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Is AVDIFR21 and AVDIFR21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. AVDIFR21 is the short version of AVDIFR21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Aviva Direct in Bois Colombes.
How long does it take to send money to Aviva Direct in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers 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.