SWIFT/BIC code SMPIFRP1XXX

SMPIFRP1XXX belongs to Sepiam in Paris, France.

SMPIFRP1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSMPIFRP1XXX
8-character codeSMPIFRP1
Branch codeXXX
BankSepiam
BranchHead office
CityParis
CountryFrance

How the Sepiam SWIFT/BIC is structured

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

SMPI 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 bank is behind SWIFT code SMPIFRP1XXX?

SMPIFRP1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Sepiam in Paris, France. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Sepiam.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Sepiam in France?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in SMPIFRP1XXX stand for?

SMPI is the institution code of Sepiam, FR stands for France, P1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.

How long does it take to send money to Sepiam?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need SMPIFRP1XXX to send euros to France?

France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need SMPIFRP1XXX.

Are SMPIFRP1 and SMPIFRP1XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. SMPIFRP1 is the 8-character version of SMPIFRP1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Sepiam in Paris.

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