SWIFT/BIC code CAAUFRP1XXX
CAAUFRP1XXX belongs to Caisse Centrale de Reassurance S.A. in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CAAUFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CAAUFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Caisse Centrale de Reassurance S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the Caisse Centrale de Reassurance S.A. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CAAU 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
Which bank uses BIC CAAUFRP1XXX?
The code CAAUFRP1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Caisse Centrale de Reassurance S.A. in Paris, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Caisse Centrale de Reassurance S.A. does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use CAAUFRP1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CAAUFRP1XXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Caisse Centrale de Reassurance S.A. take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CAAUFRP1XXX to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need CAAUFRP1XXX.
Are CAAUFRP1 and CAAUFRP1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. CAAUFRP1 is the short version of CAAUFRP1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Caisse Centrale de Reassurance S.A. in Paris.
What do the letters in CAAUFRP1XXX mean?
CAAU is the institution code of Caisse Centrale de Reassurance S.A., FR is the ISO code of France, P1 is the location code 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.