SWIFT/BIC code GECSFRP1XXX
GECSFRP1XXX belongs to General Electric Capital SAS in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GECSFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GECSFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | General Electric Capital SAS |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the General Electric Capital SAS SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GECS 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/BIC code GECSFRP1XXX?
GECSFRP1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of General Electric Capital SAS in Paris, France. It is the code to use when a payment to General Electric Capital SAS does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of GECSFRP1XXX stand for?
GECS is the bank code of General Electric Capital SAS, FR stands for France, P1 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to General Electric Capital SAS in France?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use GECSFRP1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GECSFRP1XXX against the details from General Electric Capital SAS before you confirm.
Is GECSFRP1 and GECSFRP1XXX the same code?
Yes. GECSFRP1 is the short version of GECSFRP1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach General Electric Capital SAS in Paris.
Do I need GECSFRP1XXX to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need GECSFRP1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.