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SWIFT/BIC code PSSTFRPPBOR

PSSTFRPPBOR belongs to La Banque Postale in Bordeaux, France.

PSSTFRPPBOR

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePSSTFRPPBOR
8-character codePSSTFRPP
Branch codeBOR
BankLa Banque Postale
BranchCentre Financier de Bordeaux
CityBordeaux
CountryFrance

The way the La Banque Postale SWIFT/BIC is built up

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

PSST 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.
BOR 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code PSSTFRPPBOR?

The code PSSTFRPPBOR belongs to Centre Financier de Bordeaux, a branch or department of La Banque Postale in Bordeaux, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need PSSTFRPPBOR for a euro transfer to France?

France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need PSSTFRPPBOR.

How long does it take to send money to La Banque Postale in France?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What do the letters in PSSTFRPPBOR stand for?

PSST is the institution code of La Banque Postale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the location code and BOR identifies the branch Centre Financier de Bordeaux.

What happens if I use PSSTFRPPBOR incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PSSTFRPPBOR with the recipient before sending.

Can I use PSSTFRPP instead of PSSTFRPPBOR?

PSSTFRPP points to the head office of La Banque Postale, while PSSTFRPPBOR is Centre Financier de Bordeaux. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PSSTFRPPBOR.

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