SWIFT/BIC code CAOAFRP1XXX
CAOAFRP1XXX belongs to Caution Grainol in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CAOAFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CAOAFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Caution Grainol |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Caution Grainol SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CAOA 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 SWIFT code CAOAFRP1XXX?
CAOAFRP1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Caution Grainol in Paris, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Caution Grainol does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Caution Grainol in France?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in CAOAFRP1XXX mean?
CAOA is the institution code of Caution Grainol, FR stands for France, P1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use CAOAFRP1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CAOAFRP1XXX against the details from Caution Grainol before sending.
Is CAOAFRP1 and CAOAFRP1XXX the same code?
Yes. CAOAFRP1 is the 8-character version of CAOAFRP1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Caution Grainol in Paris.
Do I need CAOAFRP1XXX to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need CAOAFRP1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.