SWIFT/BIC code CFFGFR21XXX
CFFGFR21XXX belongs to Cofingest in Lyon, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CFFGFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CFFGFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Cofingest |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lyon |
| Country | France |
The way the Cofingest SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CFFG 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 BIC CFFGFR21XXX?
The code CFFGFR21XXX belongs to the head office of Cofingest in Lyon, France. Use it when you send money to an account at Cofingest.
How long does it take to send money to Cofingest?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CFFGFR21XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need CFFGFR21XXX.
Is CFFGFR21 and CFFGFR21XXX the same code?
Yes. CFFGFR21 is the 8-character version of CFFGFR21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Cofingest in Lyon.
What is the best way to send money to Cofingest?
Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.
Does Cofingest have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, CFFGFR21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Cofingest in France, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.