SWIFT/BIC code CRLFFRP1XXX
CRLFFRP1XXX belongs to Credit Lyonnais Forfaiting in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRLFFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRLFFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Credit Lyonnais Forfaiting |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Credit Lyonnais Forfaiting SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CRLF Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- P1 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 institution is behind SWIFT code CRLFFRP1XXX?
CRLFFRP1XXX identifies the head office of Credit Lyonnais Forfaiting in Paris, France. Use it when a payment to Credit Lyonnais Forfaiting does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use CRLFFRP1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CRLFFRP1XXX against the details from Credit Lyonnais Forfaiting before you confirm.
What do the letters in CRLFFRP1XXX stand for?
CRLF is the bank code of Credit Lyonnais Forfaiting, FR stands for France, P1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Does Credit Lyonnais Forfaiting use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CRLFFRP1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Credit Lyonnais Forfaiting in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Do I need CRLFFRP1XXX to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CRLFFRP1XXX.
How long does a transfer to Credit Lyonnais Forfaiting take in France?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers 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.