SWIFT/BIC code CIFVFR21XXX
CIFVFR21XXX belongs to Credit Immobilier de France-Vivarais-Saci in Aubenas, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIFVFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIFVFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Credit Immobilier de France-Vivarais-Saci |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Aubenas |
| Country | France |
The way the Credit Immobilier de France-Vivarais-Saci SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CIFV 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 uses BIC CIFVFR21XXX?
CIFVFR21XXX identifies the main office of Credit Immobilier de France-Vivarais-Saci in Aubenas, France. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Credit Immobilier de France-Vivarais-Saci.
What is the best way to send money to Credit Immobilier de France-Vivarais-Saci?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use CIFVFR21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CIFVFR21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Is CIFVFR21 and CIFVFR21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. CIFVFR21 is the short version of CIFVFR21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Credit Immobilier de France-Vivarais-Saci in Aubenas.
How long does a transfer to Credit Immobilier de France-Vivarais-Saci take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CIFVFR21XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CIFVFR21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.