SWIFT/BIC code KAUPFRP1XXX
KAUPFRP1XXX belongs to Kaupthing Bank Hf in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KAUPFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KAUPFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kaupthing Bank Hf |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Kaupthing Bank Hf SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KAUP 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
Which institution uses SWIFT/BIC code KAUPFRP1XXX?
KAUPFRP1XXX identifies the head office of Kaupthing Bank Hf in Paris, France. Use it when you send money to an account at Kaupthing Bank Hf.
Does Kaupthing Bank Hf have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – KAUPFRP1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Kaupthing Bank Hf in France, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter KAUPFRP1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check KAUPFRP1XXX with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in KAUPFRP1XXX mean?
KAUP is the institution code of Kaupthing Bank Hf, FR is the ISO code of France, P1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
How long does it take to send money to Kaupthing Bank Hf?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need KAUPFRP1XXX 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 still need KAUPFRP1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.