SWIFT/BIC code CEPAFRPP871
CEPAFRPP871 belongs to Caisse D'epargne Auvergne Limousin in Clermont Ferrand, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CEPAFRPP871 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CEPAFRPP |
| Branch code | 871 |
| Bank | Caisse D'epargne Auvergne Limousin |
| Branch | — |
| City | Clermont Ferrand |
| Country | France |
How the Caisse D'epargne Auvergne Limousin SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CEPA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PP Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 871 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 branch uses BIC CEPAFRPP871?
CEPAFRPP871 identifies Caisse D'epargne Auvergne Limousin, a unit of Caisse D'epargne Auvergne Limousin in Clermont Ferrand, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Caisse D'epargne Auvergne Limousin in France?
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.
Can I use CEPAFRPP instead of CEPAFRPP871?
CEPAFRPP points to the main office of Caisse D'epargne Auvergne Limousin, while CEPAFRPP871 is Caisse D'epargne Auvergne Limousin. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CEPAFRPP871 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Caisse D'epargne Auvergne Limousin?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CEPAFRPP871 to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need CEPAFRPP871.
Does Caisse D'epargne Auvergne Limousin use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CEPAFRPP871 is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Caisse D'epargne Auvergne Limousin in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.