SWIFT/BIC code CCGAFRP1XXX
CCGAFRP1XXX belongs to Chambre de Compensation et de Garantie in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CCGAFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CCGAFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Chambre de Compensation et de Garantie |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Chambre de Compensation et de Garantie SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CCGA 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 CCGAFRP1XXX?
The code CCGAFRP1XXX belongs to the head office of Chambre de Compensation et de Garantie in Paris, France. Use it when you send money to an account at Chambre de Compensation et de Garantie.
What does each part of CCGAFRP1XXX stand for?
CCGA is the institution code of Chambre de Compensation et de Garantie, FR stands for France, P1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use CCGAFRP1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CCGAFRP1XXX against the details from Chambre de Compensation et de Garantie before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Chambre de Compensation et de Garantie?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Chambre de Compensation et de Garantie use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, CCGAFRP1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Chambre de Compensation et de Garantie in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Do I need CCGAFRP1XXX to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need CCGAFRP1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.