SWIFT/BIC code EEACFRP1XXX
EEACFRP1XXX belongs to Cea in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EEACFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EEACFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Cea |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the Cea SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- EEAC 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 SWIFT code EEACFRP1XXX?
EEACFRP1XXX identifies the head office of Cea in Paris, France. Use it when a payment to Cea does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter EEACFRP1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check EEACFRP1XXX against the details from Cea before sending.
Do I need EEACFRP1XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need EEACFRP1XXX.
How long does a transfer to Cea take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are EEACFRP1 and EEACFRP1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. EEACFRP1 is the short version of EEACFRP1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Cea in Paris.
What does each part of EEACFRP1XXX mean?
EEAC is the institution code of Cea, FR stands for France, P1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.