SWIFT/BIC code BPCBFRP1XXX
BPCBFRP1XXX belongs to Banques Populaires Covered Bonds in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPCBFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPCBFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banques Populaires Covered Bonds |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the Banques Populaires Covered Bonds SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPCB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- P1 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
What bank is behind BIC BPCBFRP1XXX?
BPCBFRP1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Banques Populaires Covered Bonds in Paris, France. Use it when you send money to an account at Banques Populaires Covered Bonds.
How long does a transfer to Banques Populaires Covered Bonds take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does Banques Populaires Covered Bonds use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BPCBFRP1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banques Populaires Covered Bonds in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Do I need BPCBFRP1XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BPCBFRP1XXX.
Is BPCBFRP1 and BPCBFRP1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BPCBFRP1 is the 8-character version of BPCBFRP1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Banques Populaires Covered Bonds in Paris.
What do the letters in BPCBFRP1XXX mean?
BPCB is the bank code of Banques Populaires Covered Bonds, FR stands for France, P1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.