SWIFT/BIC code BACPFRPPDEF
BACPFRPPDEF belongs to Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BACPFRPPDEF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BACPFRPP |
| Branch code | DEF |
| Bank | Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA |
| Branch | Target2-Rtgs Account-Default Fund |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- DEF 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 BACPFRPPDEF?
BACPFRPPDEF identifies Target2-Rtgs Account-Default Fund, a branch or department of Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA in Paris, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BACPFRPP instead of BACPFRPPDEF?
BACPFRPP is the main office of Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA, while BACPFRPPDEF points to Target2-Rtgs Account-Default Fund. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BACPFRPPDEF.
What is the best way to send money to Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA in France?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 19 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA in France. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of BACPFRPPDEF stand for?
BACP is the institution code of Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the location code and DEF is the code of the department Target2-Rtgs Account-Default Fund.
Do I need BACPFRPPDEF 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 BACPFRPPDEF.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.