SWIFT/BIC code LAUXFR21XXX

LAUXFR21XXX belongs to L'auxiliaire in Lyon, France.

LAUXFR21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLAUXFR21XXX
8-character codeLAUXFR21
Branch codeXXX
BankL'auxiliaire
BranchHead office
CityLyon
CountryFrance

The way the L'auxiliaire SWIFT/BIC is structured

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

LAUX 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

What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code LAUXFR21XXX?

LAUXFR21XXX identifies the headquarters of L'auxiliaire in Lyon, France. It is the code to use when a payment to L'auxiliaire does not need a specific branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to L'auxiliaire?

Banks often add several percent 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.

What happens if I enter LAUXFR21XXX incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LAUXFR21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.

Does L'auxiliaire have only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, LAUXFR21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for L'auxiliaire in France, so there is no branch code to choose.

Are LAUXFR21 and LAUXFR21XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. LAUXFR21 is the 8-character version of LAUXFR21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to L'auxiliaire in Lyon.

Do I need LAUXFR21XXX for a euro transfer to France?

France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need LAUXFR21XXX.

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