CEPAFRPP426 — CAISSE D'EPARGNE DE LOIRE DROME ARDECHE
CEPAFRPP426 is the SWIFT/BIC code for CAISSE D'EPARGNE DE LOIRE DROME ARDECHE in SAINT-ETIENNE, France — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
CEPAFRPP426 is the SWIFT/BIC code for CAISSE D'EPARGNE DE LOIRE DROME ARDECHE in SAINT-ETIENNE, France. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: CEPAFRPP
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | CAISSE D'EPARGNE DE LOIRE DROME ARDECHE |
| Country | France (FR) |
| Location Code | PP |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code CEPAFRPP426 belong to?
The SWIFT code CEPAFRPP426 identifies CAISSE D'EPARGNE DE LOIRE DROME ARDECHE in SAINT-ETIENNE, France. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code CEPAFRPP426 mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of CEPAFRPP426 are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (CEPA) represent the bank code for CAISSE D'EPARGNE DE LOIRE DROME ARDECHE; characters 5-6 (FR) indicate the country code for France; characters 7-8 (PP) specify the location code; and the final characters (426) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code CEPAFRPP426 active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) CEPAFRPP426 is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'PP' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code CEPAFRPP instead of CEPAFRPP426?
Yes. The 8-character code CEPAFRPP represents the primary headquarters of CAISSE D'EPARGNE DE LOIRE DROME ARDECHE. The 11-character code CEPAFRPP426 targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to CEPAFRPP (or CEPAFRPPXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to CEPAFRPP426?
The physical address registered for CEPAFRPP426 is: ESPACE FAURIEL, 42012, SAINT-ETIENNE, France. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).