SWIFT/BIC code SEPBFRPPXXX
SEPBFRPPXXX belongs to Bank Sepah in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SEPBFRPPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SEPBFRPP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank Sepah |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Bank Sepah SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SEPB 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 is behind BIC SEPBFRPPXXX?
SEPBFRPPXXX identifies the headquarters of Bank Sepah in Paris, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank Sepah does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use SEPBFRPPXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SEPBFRPPXXX with the recipient before sending.
Is SEPBFRPP and SEPBFRPPXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SEPBFRPP is the short version of SEPBFRPPXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Bank Sepah in Paris.
What does each part of SEPBFRPPXXX stand for?
SEPB is the institution code of Bank Sepah, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Do I need SEPBFRPPXXX to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need SEPBFRPPXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Sepah?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.