SWIFT/BIC code SIPIFRP1XXX
SIPIFRP1XXX belongs to Siic de Paris in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SIPIFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SIPIFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Siic de Paris |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Siic de Paris SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SIPI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- P1 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code SIPIFRP1XXX?
SIPIFRP1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Siic de Paris in Paris, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Siic de Paris does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of SIPIFRP1XXX mean?
SIPI is the institution code of Siic de Paris, FR stands for France, P1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Siic de Paris in France?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Siic de Paris have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SIPIFRP1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Siic de Paris in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Are SIPIFRP1 and SIPIFRP1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SIPIFRP1 is the 8-character version of SIPIFRP1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Siic de Paris in Paris.
Do I need SIPIFRP1XXX 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. For other currencies you still need SIPIFRP1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.