SWIFT/BIC code FRABFRP1XXX
FRABFRP1XXX belongs to Banque Francaise SA in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FRABFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FRABFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Francaise SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the Banque Francaise SA SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FRAB 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 FRABFRP1XXX?
The code FRABFRP1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Banque Francaise SA in Paris, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Banque Francaise SA does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of FRABFRP1XXX stand for?
FRAB is the institution code of Banque Francaise SA, FR is the ISO code of France, P1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Are FRABFRP1 and FRABFRP1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. FRABFRP1 is the short version of FRABFRP1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Banque Francaise SA in Paris.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Francaise SA in France?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Banque Francaise SA take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need FRABFRP1XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need FRABFRP1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.