SWIFT/BIC code BACPFRPPEQ2

BACPFRPPEQ2 belongs to Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA in Paris, France.

BACPFRPPEQ2

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBACPFRPPEQ2
8-character codeBACPFRPP
Branch codeEQ2
BankBanque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA
BranchLch.clearnet SA Cash Equity Buy In
CityParis
CountryFrance

The way the Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
EQ2 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BACPFRPPEQ2?

The code BACPFRPPEQ2 belongs to Lch.clearnet SA Cash Equity Buy In, part 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 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 specialist providers before you send.

Can I use BACPFRPP instead of BACPFRPPEQ2?

BACPFRPP points to the main office of Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA, while BACPFRPPEQ2 points to Lch.clearnet SA Cash Equity Buy In. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BACPFRPPEQ2.

How long does a transfer to Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need BACPFRPPEQ2 to send euros to France?

France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BACPFRPPEQ2.

Does Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 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.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.