SWIFT/BIC code PSSTFRPPTRE
PSSTFRPPTRE belongs to La Banque Postale in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PSSTFRPPTRE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PSSTFRPP |
| Branch code | TRE |
| Bank | La Banque Postale |
| Branch | Dof Operations de Marche |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the La Banque Postale SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- TRE 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 BIC PSSTFRPPTRE?
PSSTFRPPTRE identifies Dof Operations de Marche, a unit of La Banque Postale in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use PSSTFRPPTRE with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PSSTFRPPTRE with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use PSSTFRPP instead of PSSTFRPPTRE?
PSSTFRPP is the head office of La Banque Postale, while PSSTFRPPTRE is Dof Operations de Marche. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use PSSTFRPPTRE if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to La Banque Postale take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in PSSTFRPPTRE stand for?
PSST is the bank code of La Banque Postale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the location code and TRE identifies the department Dof Operations de Marche.
Do I need PSSTFRPPTRE to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need PSSTFRPPTRE.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.