SWIFT/BIC code PRIVFRPPXXX
PRIVFRPPXXX belongs to Barclays France S.A. in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PRIVFRPPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PRIVFRPP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Barclays France S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Barclays France S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PRIV 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.
- 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 bank uses SWIFT code PRIVFRPPXXX?
PRIVFRPPXXX identifies the main office of Barclays France S.A. in Paris, France. Use it when a payment to Barclays France S.A. does not need a specific branch.
Does Barclays France S.A. have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, PRIVFRPPXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Barclays France S.A. in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I enter PRIVFRPPXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check PRIVFRPPXXX against the details from Barclays France S.A. before you confirm.
Are PRIVFRPP and PRIVFRPPXXX the same code?
Yes. PRIVFRPP is the short version of PRIVFRPPXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Barclays France S.A. in Paris.
How long does a transfer to Barclays France S.A. take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need PRIVFRPPXXX to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need PRIVFRPPXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.