SWIFT/BIC code CFCSFR21XXX
CFCSFR21XXX belongs to Credit Foncier et Communal D'alsace et de Lorraine in Strasbourg, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CFCSFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CFCSFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Credit Foncier et Communal D'alsace et de Lorraine |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Strasbourg |
| Country | France |
How the Credit Foncier et Communal D'alsace et de Lorraine SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CFCS 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code CFCSFR21XXX?
CFCSFR21XXX identifies the headquarters of Credit Foncier et Communal D'alsace et de Lorraine in Strasbourg, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Credit Foncier et Communal D'alsace et de Lorraine does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Credit Foncier et Communal D'alsace et de Lorraine?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CFCSFR21XXX to send euros 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 still need CFCSFR21XXX.
What happens if I enter CFCSFR21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CFCSFR21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Is CFCSFR21 and CFCSFR21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. CFCSFR21 is the 8-character version of CFCSFR21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Credit Foncier et Communal D'alsace et de Lorraine in Strasbourg.
What is the best way to send money to Credit Foncier et Communal D'alsace et de Lorraine in France?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.