SWIFT/BIC code VCCAFR21CIM
VCCAFR21CIM belongs to Vicat in Courbevoie, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VCCAFR21CIM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VCCAFR21 |
| Branch code | CIM |
| Bank | Vicat |
| Branch | Service Titres |
| City | Courbevoie |
| Country | France |
The way the Vicat SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VCCA 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.
- CIM 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/BIC code VCCAFR21CIM?
VCCAFR21CIM is the SWIFT/BIC code of Service Titres, part of Vicat in Courbevoie, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Vicat take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need VCCAFR21CIM 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 VCCAFR21CIM.
What is the best way to send money to Vicat in France?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use VCCAFR21CIM incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check VCCAFR21CIM with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use VCCAFR21 instead of VCCAFR21CIM?
VCCAFR21 is the main office of Vicat, while VCCAFR21CIM is Service Titres. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use VCCAFR21CIM if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.