SWIFT/BIC code SCIXFR21XXX
SCIXFR21XXX belongs to Axialim in Lyon, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCIXFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCIXFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Axialim |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lyon |
| Country | France |
How the Axialim SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SCIX 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 is behind SWIFT code SCIXFR21XXX?
The code SCIXFR21XXX belongs to the main office of Axialim in Lyon, France. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Axialim.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Axialim?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Axialim have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SCIXFR21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Axialim in France, so there is no branch code to choose.
Are SCIXFR21 and SCIXFR21XXX the same code?
Yes. SCIXFR21 is the 8-character version of SCIXFR21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Axialim in Lyon.
How long does a transfer to Axialim take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SCIXFR21XXX to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need SCIXFR21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.