SWIFT/BIC code CAARFRP1XXX
CAARFRP1XXX belongs to Caisse Autonome de Refinancement in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CAARFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CAARFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Caisse Autonome de Refinancement |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Caisse Autonome de Refinancement SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CAAR 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 uses BIC CAARFRP1XXX?
CAARFRP1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Caisse Autonome de Refinancement in Paris, France. Use it when a payment to Caisse Autonome de Refinancement does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Caisse Autonome de Refinancement in France?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Caisse Autonome de Refinancement?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need CAARFRP1XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need CAARFRP1XXX.
Is CAARFRP1 and CAARFRP1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. CAARFRP1 is the 8-character version of CAARFRP1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Caisse Autonome de Refinancement in Paris.
Does Caisse Autonome de Refinancement use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CAARFRP1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Caisse Autonome de Refinancement in France, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.