SWIFT/BIC code BKCHFRPPXXX
BKCHFRPPXXX belongs to Bank of China, Paris Branch in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHFRPPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHFRPP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of China, Paris Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Bank of China, Paris Branch SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKCH 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code BKCHFRPPXXX?
The code BKCHFRPPXXX belongs to the headquarters of Bank of China, Paris Branch in Paris, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank of China, Paris Branch does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter BKCHFRPPXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKCHFRPPXXX against the details from Bank of China, Paris Branch before you confirm.
Has Bank of China, Paris Branch got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China, Paris Branch in France. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of China, Paris Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China, Paris Branch?
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.
Is BKCHFRPP and BKCHFRPPXXX the same code?
Yes. BKCHFRPP is the 8-character version of BKCHFRPPXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Bank of China, Paris Branch in Paris.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China, Paris Branch take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.