SWIFT/BIC code ICPOFR22XXX
ICPOFR22XXX belongs to Interpol Service Financier in Lyon, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ICPOFR22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ICPOFR22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Interpol Service Financier |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lyon |
| Country | France |
How the Interpol Service Financier SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ICPO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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 uses BIC ICPOFR22XXX?
The code ICPOFR22XXX belongs to the headquarters of Interpol Service Financier in Lyon, France. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Interpol Service Financier.
Does Interpol Service Financier use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ICPOFR22XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Interpol Service Financier in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Interpol Service Financier in France?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Is ICPOFR22 and ICPOFR22XXX the same code?
Yes. ICPOFR22 is the 8-character version of ICPOFR22XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Interpol Service Financier in Lyon.
Do I need ICPOFR22XXX 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 still need ICPOFR22XXX.
How long does a transfer to Interpol Service Financier take in France?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.