SWIFT/BIC code CIRNFR21XXX

CIRNFR21XXX belongs to Credit Immobilier de France Nord-Pas-de-Calais in Lille, France.

CIRNFR21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCIRNFR21XXX
8-character codeCIRNFR21
Branch codeXXX
BankCredit Immobilier de France Nord-Pas-de-Calais
BranchHead office
CityLille
CountryFrance

The way the Credit Immobilier de France Nord-Pas-de-Calais SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

CIRN 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 SWIFT/BIC code CIRNFR21XXX?

CIRNFR21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Credit Immobilier de France Nord-Pas-de-Calais in Lille, France. Use it when a payment to Credit Immobilier de France Nord-Pas-de-Calais does not need a specific branch.

Is CIRNFR21 and CIRNFR21XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. CIRNFR21 is the 8-character version of CIRNFR21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Credit Immobilier de France Nord-Pas-de-Calais in Lille.

Do I need CIRNFR21XXX to send euros to France?

France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need CIRNFR21XXX.

How long does it take to send money to Credit Immobilier de France Nord-Pas-de-Calais in France?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Credit Immobilier de France Nord-Pas-de-Calais in France?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter CIRNFR21XXX incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CIRNFR21XXX with the recipient before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.