SWIFT/BIC code CGAVFR21XXX
CGAVFR21XXX belongs to Credit Agricole Alsace Vosges in Strasbourg, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CGAVFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CGAVFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Credit Agricole Alsace Vosges |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Strasbourg |
| Country | France |
The way the Credit Agricole Alsace Vosges SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CGAV 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 CGAVFR21XXX?
The code CGAVFR21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Credit Agricole Alsace Vosges in Strasbourg, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Credit Agricole Alsace Vosges does not need a specific branch.
Does Credit Agricole Alsace Vosges use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, CGAVFR21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Credit Agricole Alsace Vosges in France, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter CGAVFR21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CGAVFR21XXX against the details from Credit Agricole Alsace Vosges before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Credit Agricole Alsace Vosges?
Many banks add several percent 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.
Are CGAVFR21 and CGAVFR21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. CGAVFR21 is the 8-character version of CGAVFR21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Credit Agricole Alsace Vosges in Strasbourg.
How long does a transfer to Credit Agricole Alsace Vosges take in France?
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.