All Pokemon Scarlet & Violet trade codes

Using trade codes in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet is by far the easiest way to get version exclusives, Paradox Pokemon, Trade Evolutions, and even the complete set of starters from all previous generations – so here’s a list of every trade code you can use right now.

Every mainline Pokemon game has exclusive creatures that can only be caught in one version, and that’s no different in Scarlet & Violet. This means there are quite a few Pokemon that you’ll only be able to get by trading with a friend or visiting their game.

But what if you don’t have any friends who are playing the opposite version of the game? That’s where trade codes come into play.

These unified codes (officially known as Link Codes in the game) let you arrange trades with Trainers around the world to get the Pokemon you both want, whether that’s swapping a Quaxly for a Fuecoco or trading a Scarlet-exclusive Scream Tail for a Violet-exclusive Iron Bundle.

Below, you’ll find all of the Pokemon Scarlet & Violet trade codes you need to get version exclusives, starters, Paradox Pokemon, and Trade Evolutions, as well as the recent exclusive ‘mons, added in The Teal Mask and The Indigo Disk DLC.

These are the codes suggested by Austin John Plays, which usually end up being the standard for Pokemon games.

Contents

• Starter trade codes
• Version exclusive trade codes
• How to use trade codes

The Poke Portal can help you swap Pokemon.

Scarlet & Violet starter Pokemon trade codes

To get all the starter Pokemon in Scarlet & Violet, you can use these trade codes:

Before you trade your only starter Pokemon, you’ll want to breed more of it. You can do this by setting up a picnic with only a Ditto and your starter Pokemon in your party.

After a while, eggs should begin to appear in the picnic basket next to the table. Then it’s simply a case of adding the egg to your party and waiting for it to hatch!

Scarlet & Violet version exclusive Pokemon trade codes

Some Pokemon only appear in either Scarlet or Violet, so these codes are designed to help you swap version exclusives, including those added in The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC:

The list puts Scarlet’s version exclusive codes first, but they are the same regardless of which version you own. Enter the code and make sure the Trainer you’re paired with has the version exclusive Pokemon you need. If they don’t, simply exit the trade and try again.

Side note: You might see other trade code variations out there for Scarlet & Violet, but for the sake of consistency these trade codes are all based on the ones suggested by Austin John Plays, which are generally the most popular ones for Pokemon games.

Scarlet & Violet trade evolution codes

Certain Pokemon only evolve when traded, sometimes also requiring a specific held item to trigger. These codes will help you catch ‘them ’em all:

How to use trade codes in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet

Trade Codes are just another name for Link Codes.

If you want to trade with other Trainers using a Pokemon Scarlet & Violet trade code, you’ll need to go online and head to the Poke Portal menu.

Here’s how to trade with other Trainers using a code:

1. Make sure your game is online by opening the menu with X and then pressing L.
2. Once you’re connected to the internet, head to the Poke Portal menu.
3. Select Link Trade.
4. Enter your trade code from the tables above then select ‘Begin Searching’.
5. Choose the Pokemon you want to trade.
6. Check that your trade partner has chosen the Pokemon you want before confirming.

It’s worth remembering that Scarlet & Violet have been out for quite a while now, so you might struggle to find partners for certain trades – especially at unusual times.