SWIFT/BIC code CNAFFR21XXX
CNAFFR21XXX belongs to Caisse Nationale des Allocations Familiales in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CNAFFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CNAFFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Caisse Nationale des Allocations Familiales |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the Caisse Nationale des Allocations Familiales SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CNAF 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 CNAFFR21XXX?
The code CNAFFR21XXX belongs to the head office of Caisse Nationale des Allocations Familiales in Paris, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Caisse Nationale des Allocations Familiales does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of CNAFFR21XXX stand for?
CNAF is the institution code of Caisse Nationale des Allocations Familiales, FR stands for France, 21 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use CNAFFR21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CNAFFR21XXX against the details from Caisse Nationale des Allocations Familiales before you confirm.
Does Caisse Nationale des Allocations Familiales use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, CNAFFR21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Caisse Nationale des Allocations Familiales in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Do I need CNAFFR21XXX to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need CNAFFR21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Caisse Nationale des Allocations Familiales take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. 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.