SWIFT/BIC code BACPFRPPTRE
BACPFRPPTRE belongs to Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BACPFRPPTRE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BACPFRPP |
| Branch code | TRE |
| 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 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.
- TRE 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 branch is behind SWIFT code BACPFRPPTRE?
The code BACPFRPPTRE belongs to Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA, a branch or department of Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BACPFRPP instead of BACPFRPPTRE?
BACPFRPP points to the head office of Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA, while BACPFRPPTRE points to Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BACPFRPPTRE.
Do I need BACPFRPPTRE to send euros 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 BACPFRPPTRE.
How long does a transfer to Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in BACPFRPPTRE mean?
BACP is the bank code of Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA, FR stands for France, PP is the location code and TRE identifies the department Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.