SWIFT/BIC code AVLIFR21XXX
AVLIFR21XXX belongs to Avip Lille in Lille, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AVLIFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AVLIFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Avip Lille |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lille |
| Country | France |
The way the Avip Lille SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AVLI 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code AVLIFR21XXX?
AVLIFR21XXX identifies the headquarters of Avip Lille in Lille, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Avip Lille does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Avip Lille in France?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Does Avip Lille have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – AVLIFR21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Avip Lille in France, so there is no branch code to choose.
What does each part of AVLIFR21XXX mean?
AVLI is the institution code of Avip Lille, FR stands for France, 21 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Are AVLIFR21 and AVLIFR21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. AVLIFR21 is the 8-character version of AVLIFR21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Avip Lille in Lille.
Do I need AVLIFR21XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need AVLIFR21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.