Complete List of Trade Codes for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

The most straightforward and quick method to acquire version exclusives, Paradox Pokémon, Trade Evolutions, and every Starter from earlier generations in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is by utilizing trade codes. If you’re enthusiastic about completing your Pokédex, here’s a comprehensive list of all the trade codes available in the game.

Every primary Pokémon installment features exclusive creatures only available in one version, and this holds true for Scarlet and Violet as well. Consequently, several Pokémon can only be obtained through trading with friends or visiting their games.

What if you don’t have any pals who are playing the other version? This is where trade codes become useful; we’ve compiled an entire set for your convenience.

Trade Codes for Scarlet & Violet Version Exclusives

Certain Pokémon are exclusive to either Scarlet or Violet, and the codes below are meant to facilitate the exchange of these version-specific Pokémon, including those introduced in The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC:

TRADE CODE	POKÉMON YOU HAVE	POKÉMON YOU WANT
0166 – 0167	Armarouge	Ceruledge
0319 – 0320	Stonejourner	Eiscue
0313 – 0314	Oranguru	Passimian
0223 – 0223	Taurus (Fire)	Taurus (Water)
0227 – 0140	Stunky	Gulpin
0227 – 0140	Skuntank	Swalot
0143 – 0114	Drifloon	Misdreavus
0143 – 0114	Drifblim	Mismagius
0337 – 0339	Scrape	Clauncher
0337 – 0339	Dragalge	Clawitzer
0316 – 0276	Larvitar	Wagon
0316 – 0276	Pupitar	Shelgon
0316 – 0276	Tyranitar	Salamence
0370 – 0305	Deino	Dreepy
0370 – 0305	Zweilous	Draklos
0370 – 0305	Hydreigon	Dragapult
0399 – 0400	Koraidon	Miraidon
0207 – 0190	Gligar (DLC exclusive)	Aipom (DLC exclusive)
0845 – 0877	Cramorant (DLC exclusive)	Morpeko (DLC exclusive)
0027 – 0037	Alolan Vulpix (DLC exclusive)	Alolan Sandshrew (DLC exclusive)
0408 – 0410	Cranidos (DLC exclusive)	Shieldon (DLC exclusive)

The codes listed here for Scarlet’s exclusives are identical irrespective of the version you have. To successfully complete a trade, ensure that your trading partner possesses the Pokémon you seek. If not, simply cancel the trade and try again.

A trainer employing trade codes to exchange Pokémon — The Pokémon Company

Paradox Pokémon Trade Codes for Scarlet & Violet

If you haven’t delved deeply into Scarlet & Violet yet, each version has its own type of exclusive Paradox Pokémon—Scarlet featuring ancient forms and Violet oriented towards futuristic counterparts.

TRADE CODE	POKÉMON YOU HAVE	POKÉMON YOU WANT
0376 – 0382	Great Tusk	Iron Treads
0377 – 0383	Scream Tail	Iron Bundle
0378 – 0384	Brute Bonnet	Iron Hands
0379 – 0385	Flutter Mane	Iron Jugulis
0380 – 0386	Slither Wing	Iron Moth
0381 – 0387	Sandy Shocks	Iron Thorns
0397 – 0398	Roaring Moon	Iron Valiant
1020 – 1022	Gouging Fire (DLC exclusive)	Iron Boulder (DLC exclusive)
1021 – 1023	Raging Bolt (DLC exclusive)	Iron Crown (DLC exclusive)

Trade Evolution Codes for Scarlet & Violet

Players are likely aware that some Pokémon can only evolve through trading, often requiring the holding of a specific item as part of the evolution process. The following codes and items help in those endeavors:

TRADE CODE	POKÉMON YOU HAVE	POKÉMON YOU WANT	HELD ITEM
0093 – 0093	Haunter	Gengar	–
2019 – 2019	Scyther	Scissors	Metal Coat
2075 – 2075	Slowpoke	Slowking	King’s Rock
0061 – 0061	Polywhirl	Politoed	King’s Rock
0349 – 0349	Feebas	Milotic	Prism Scale
0075 – 0075	Graveler	Golem	–
0075 – 0075	Alolan Engraver	Alolan Golem	–
0533 – 0533	Gurdurr	Conkeldurr	–
0708 – 0708	Phantump	Trevenant	–
0356 – 0356	Dusclops	Dusknoir	Reaper Cloth
0112 – 0112	Rhydon	Rhyperior	Protector
0117 – 0117	Seadra	Kingdra	Dragon Scale
0125 – 0125	Electabuzz	Electivire	Electirizer
0126 – 0126	Magmar	Magmortar	Magmarizer
0137 – 0137	Porygon	Porygon2	Upgrade
0233 – 0233	Porygon2	Porygon-Z	Dubious Disk

Trade Codes for Starters in Scarlet & Violet

The second installment of The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC, titled The Indigo Disk, introduced all past generation starters into Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Below are the trade codes to facilitate this:

TRADE CODE	POKÉMON YOU HAVE	POKÉMON YOU WANT
0906 – 0909	Unleashed	Fuecoco
0906 – 0912	Unleashed	Quaxly
0909 – 0912	Fuecoco	Quaxly
0001 – 0004	Bulbasaur	Charmander
0001 – 0007	Bulbasaur	Squirtle
0004 – 0007	Charmander	Squirtle
0152 – 0155	Chikorita	Cyndaquil
0152 – 0158	Chikorita	Totodile
0155 – 0158	Cyndaquil	Totodile
0252 – 0255	Treecko	Torchic
0252 – 0258	Treecko	Mudkip
0255 – 0258	Torchic	Mudkip
0387 – 0390	Turtwig	Chimchar
0387 – 0393	Turtwig	Piplup
0390 – 0393	Chimchar	Piplup
0495 – 0498	Dreams	Bank
0495 – 0501	Dreams	Oshawott
0498 – 0501	Bank	Oshawott
0650 – 0653	Chespin	Fennekin
0650 – 0656	Chespin	Froakie
0653 – 0656	Fennekin	Froakie
0722 – 0725	Rowlet	Lit
0722 – 0728	Rowlet	Popplio
0725 – 0728	Lit	Popplio
0810 – 0813	Grookey	Scorbunny
0810 – 0816	Grookey	Sobble
0813 – 0816	Scorbunny	Sobble

Prior to trading your only starter Pokémon, consider breeding additional ones. This can be accomplished by setting up a picnic with just a Ditto and the starter in your team. Eventually, eggs will appear near the picnic table, which you can add to your party and wait for to hatch.

Instructions for Using Trade Codes

A menu showcasing Trade Codes in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet — The Pokémon Company

Trade Codes are also known as Link Codes in the game.

To trade with other trainers using the trade codes in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet, follow these steps:

Ensure your game is connected online by accessing the menu with the X button and pressing L.
After connection, go to the Poke Portal menu.
Select Link Trade.
Enter the appropriate trade code from the tables provided above and click ‘Begin Searching’.
Choose the Pokémon you wish to trade.
Verify that your trade partner has selected the Pokémon you want before confirming the trade.

Bear in mind that with the release of Pokémon Scarlet & Violet some time ago, finding partners for specific trades might be challenging, particularly during non-peak hours.

What Are Trade Codes in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet?

Trade codes, officially referred to as Link Codes within the game, are standardized codes that enable you to facilitate Pokémon trades with trainers internationally. Whether you are looking to swap a Quaxly for a Fuecoco or trade a Scarlet-exclusive Scream Tail for a Violet-exclusive Iron Bundle, these codes make it seamless.

This compilation covers all the relevant trade codes for Pokémon Scarlet & Violet required to obtain version exclusives, starters, Paradox Pokémon, and Trade Evolutions, along with the latest Pokémon added in The Teal Mask and The Indigo Disk DLC.

It’s important to note that the listed codes are based on the recommendations of Austin John Plays, which typically serve as the standard for trades in Pokémon games.

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