SWIFT/BIC code CPPSFRP1XXX

CPPSFRP1XXX belongs to Cips Sarl in Saint Quentin, France.

CPPSFRP1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCPPSFRP1XXX
8-character codeCPPSFRP1
Branch codeXXX
BankCips Sarl
BranchHead office
CitySaint Quentin
CountryFrance

The way the Cips Sarl SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

CPPS 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/BIC code CPPSFRP1XXX?

CPPSFRP1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Cips Sarl in Saint Quentin, France. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Cips Sarl.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Cips Sarl in France?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I use CPPSFRP1XXX incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CPPSFRP1XXX against the details from Cips Sarl before you confirm.

What does each part of CPPSFRP1XXX mean?

CPPS is the institution code of Cips Sarl, FR is the ISO code of France, P1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.

Are CPPSFRP1 and CPPSFRP1XXX the same code?

Yes, they are. CPPSFRP1 is the short version of CPPSFRP1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Cips Sarl in Saint Quentin.

Do I need CPPSFRP1XXX 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. For other currencies you still need CPPSFRP1XXX.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.