SICVFRPPAF1 — EUROCLEAR FRANCE
SICVFRPPAF1 is the SWIFT/BIC code for EUROCLEAR FRANCE in PARIS, France — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
SICVFRPPAF1 is the SWIFT/BIC code for EUROCLEAR FRANCE in PARIS, France. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: SICVFRPP
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | EUROCLEAR FRANCE |
| Country | France (FR) |
| Location Code | PP |
| Branch | AFFILIE FICTIF |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code SICVFRPPAF1 belong to?
The SWIFT code SICVFRPPAF1 identifies EUROCLEAR FRANCE in PARIS, France. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code SICVFRPPAF1 mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of SICVFRPPAF1 are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (SICV) represent the bank code for EUROCLEAR FRANCE; characters 5-6 (FR) indicate the country code for France; characters 7-8 (PP) specify the location code; and the final characters (AF1) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code SICVFRPPAF1 active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) SICVFRPPAF1 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 SICVFRPP instead of SICVFRPPAF1?
Yes. The 8-character code SICVFRPP represents the primary headquarters of EUROCLEAR FRANCE. The 11-character code SICVFRPPAF1 targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to SICVFRPP (or SICVFRPPXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to SICVFRPPAF1?
The physical address registered for SICVFRPPAF1 is: 115 RUE REAUMUR, 75081, PARIS, 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).