SWIFT/BIC code BACPFRPPBRU
BACPFRPPBRU belongs to Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BACPFRPPBRU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BACPFRPP |
| Branch code | BRU |
| Bank | Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA |
| Branch | — |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BACP Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PP Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BRU 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
Which bank is behind SWIFT code BACPFRPPBRU?
BACPFRPPBRU identifies Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA, a branch or department of Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA in Paris, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BACPFRPPBRU with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BACPFRPPBRU with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in BACPFRPPBRU stand for?
BACP is the bank code of Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the location code and BRU identifies the department Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA.
Does Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 19 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA in France, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need BACPFRPPBRU 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. For other currencies you still need BACPFRPPBRU.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.