SWIFT/BIC code VERAFRPPXXX
VERAFRPPXXX belongs to Saint Gobain Emballage in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VERAFRPPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VERAFRPP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Saint Gobain Emballage |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the Saint Gobain Emballage SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VERA 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 institution uses SWIFT code VERAFRPPXXX?
VERAFRPPXXX identifies the headquarters of Saint Gobain Emballage in Paris, France. Use it when a payment to Saint Gobain Emballage does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of VERAFRPPXXX stand for?
VERA is the bank code of Saint Gobain Emballage, FR stands for France, PP is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Is VERAFRPP and VERAFRPPXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. VERAFRPP is the 8-character version of VERAFRPPXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Saint Gobain Emballage in Paris.
Do I need VERAFRPPXXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need VERAFRPPXXX.
How long does a transfer to Saint Gobain Emballage take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Saint Gobain Emballage?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.