SWIFT/BIC code CEPAFRPP950
CEPAFRPP950 belongs to Caisses D'epargne-Groupe Bpce in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CEPAFRPP950 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CEPAFRPP |
| Branch code | 950 |
| Bank | Caisses D'epargne-Groupe Bpce |
| Branch | Services Bancaires |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the Caisses D'epargne-Groupe Bpce SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 950 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 CEPAFRPP950?
The code CEPAFRPP950 belongs to Services Bancaires, part of Caisses D'epargne-Groupe Bpce in Paris, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of CEPAFRPP950 stand for?
CEPA is the institution code of Caisses D'epargne-Groupe Bpce, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the location code and 950 identifies the department Services Bancaires.
What is the best way to send money to Caisses D'epargne-Groupe Bpce?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter CEPAFRPP950 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CEPAFRPP950 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use CEPAFRPP instead of CEPAFRPP950?
CEPAFRPP points to the head office of Caisses D'epargne-Groupe Bpce, while CEPAFRPP950 is Services Bancaires. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CEPAFRPP950.
Do I need CEPAFRPP950 for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need CEPAFRPP950.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.