SWIFT/BIC code CRLYFRPP049
CRLYFRPP049 belongs to Credit Lyonnais in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRLYFRPP049 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRLYFRPP |
| Branch code | 049 |
| Bank | Credit Lyonnais |
| Branch | — |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Credit Lyonnais SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CRLY Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PP Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 049 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 SWIFT code CRLYFRPP049?
CRLYFRPP049 identifies Credit Lyonnais, a unit of Credit Lyonnais in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need CRLYFRPP049 to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CRLYFRPP049.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Credit Lyonnais?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Credit Lyonnais take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has Credit Lyonnais got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 7 SWIFT/BIC codes for Credit Lyonnais in France. All of them are listed on the page of Credit Lyonnais.
Can I use CRLYFRPP instead of CRLYFRPP049?
CRLYFRPP points to the main office of Credit Lyonnais, while CRLYFRPP049 is Credit Lyonnais. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CRLYFRPP049.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.