SWIFT/BIC code SMBCFRPPGEB
SMBCFRPPGEB belongs to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe Limited in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SMBCFRPPGEB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SMBCFRPP |
| Branch code | GEB |
| Bank | Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe Limited |
| Branch | Restricted Use For Target 2 Paris Only |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SMBC 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.
- GEB 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 uses SWIFT code SMBCFRPPGEB?
The code SMBCFRPPGEB belongs to Restricted Use For Target 2 Paris Only, a branch or department of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe Limited in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in SMBCFRPPGEB mean?
SMBC is the institution code of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe Limited, FR stands for France, PP is the location code and GEB identifies the department Restricted Use For Target 2 Paris Only.
Can I use SMBCFRPP instead of SMBCFRPPGEB?
SMBCFRPP is the main office of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe Limited, while SMBCFRPPGEB is Restricted Use For Target 2 Paris Only. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use SMBCFRPPGEB if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe Limited take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need SMBCFRPPGEB for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need SMBCFRPPGEB.
What happens if I use SMBCFRPPGEB incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SMBCFRPPGEB with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.