SWIFT/BIC code BACPFRPPXXX
BACPFRPPXXX belongs to Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BACPFRPPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BACPFRPP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
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.
- XXX 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 uses BIC BACPFRPPXXX?
BACPFRPPXXX identifies the main office of Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA in Paris, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA in France?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BACPFRPPXXX 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 XXX marks the main office.
How long does a transfer to Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BACPFRPPXXX to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BACPFRPPXXX.
Is BACPFRPP and BACPFRPPXXX the same code?
Yes. BACPFRPP is the short version of BACPFRPPXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Banque Centrale de Compensation - Lch.clearnet SA in Paris.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.