SWIFT/BIC code PAREFRPPLCH

PAREFRPPLCH belongs to Parel in Paris, France.

PAREFRPPLCH

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePAREFRPPLCH
8-character codePAREFRPP
Branch codeLCH
BankParel
BranchLch Clearnet Segregation
CityParis
CountryFrance

How the Parel SWIFT/BIC is structured

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

PARE Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
FR Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
PP Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
LCH 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 PAREFRPPLCH?

The code PAREFRPPLCH belongs to Lch Clearnet Segregation, a unit of Parel in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of PAREFRPPLCH mean?

PARE is the institution code of Parel, FR stands for France, PP is the code for the city or region and LCH is the code of the department Lch Clearnet Segregation.

What is the best way to send money to Parel in France?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.

Has Parel got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 15 SWIFT/BIC codes for Parel in France. You can see them all on the bank page.

How long does a transfer to Parel take in France?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use PAREFRPP instead of PAREFRPPLCH?

PAREFRPP is the main office of Parel, while PAREFRPPLCH points to Lch Clearnet Segregation. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PAREFRPPLCH.

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