SWIFT Code CCFRFRPP120 — HSBC FRANCE (FORMERLY HSBC CCF), BORDEAUX

About SWIFT Code CCFRFRPP120 — HSBC FRANCE (FORMERLY HSBC CCF), BORDEAUX

SWIFT code CCFRFRPP120 is the official 11-character branch-specific BIC (Bank Identifier Code) for HSBC FRANCE (FORMERLY HSBC CCF) in BORDEAUX, France. Standardised under ISO 9362 and maintained by the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT), this code is used exclusively for cross-border wire transfers and is recognised by financial institutions in over 200 countries.

This code must be provided to the sender when receiving money from abroad, and is required by HSBC FRANCE (FORMERLY HSBC CCF) for all outward international remittances from BORDEAUX. Without the correct SWIFT code, international transfers to or from this branch cannot be processed.

How to Read SWIFT Code CCFRFRPP120

The code CCFRFRPP120 follows the ISO 9362 standard and breaks down as follows:

When to Use SWIFT Code CCFRFRPP120

Receiving International Wire Transfers

To receive money from abroad at your HSBC FRANCE (FORMERLY HSBC CCF) account in BORDEAUX, share SWIFT code CCFRFRPP120 with the sender along with your full account number, your name as on the account, and the branch address.

NRI Remittances

Non-Resident Indians sending money to NRO/NRE accounts at HSBC FRANCE (FORMERLY HSBC CCF), BORDEAUX must provide SWIFT code CCFRFRPP120. Major remittance platforms — including Wise, Remitly, Western Union, and MoneyGram — use this code to route transfers accurately.

Trade Finance and Foreign Payments

Importers and exporters using HSBC FRANCE (FORMERLY HSBC CCF) in BORDEAUX rely on SWIFT code CCFRFRPP120 for letters of credit, bank guarantees, and foreign currency settlements.

SWIFT Code vs IFSC vs MICR vs BSR — Key Differences

Need the IFSC code for domestic NEFT, RTGS, or UPI transfers? View the IFSC code for HSBC FRANCE (FORMERLY HSBC CCF) →

For cheque clearing or NACH mandates, use the MICR code for HSBC FRANCE (FORMERLY HSBC CCF) →

For TDS challan deposits, find the BSR code for HSBC FRANCE (FORMERLY HSBC CCF) →

How SWIFT Code CCFRFRPP120 Routes an International Transfer

1. Initiation: The sender provides SWIFT code CCFRFRPP120 and account number to their bank.
2. Validation: The sending bank validates the BIC against the SWIFT registry.
3. Routing: An MT103 SWIFT message is transmitted through the network to HSBC FRANCE (FORMERLY HSBC CCF).
4. Correspondent bank (if needed): An intermediary bank may relay the transfer, adding 1–2 business days.
5. Credit: HSBC FRANCE (FORMERLY HSBC CCF) receives the SWIFT message and credits the account. Total time: 1–5 business days.

Common Mistakes When Using SWIFT Code CCFRFRPP120

• Spaces or lowercase letters — Always enter CCFRFRPP120 uppercase with no spaces.
• Using the wrong city — This code is for BORDEAUX only.
• Truncating to 8 characters — When 11 characters are required, always use the full code.
• Using SWIFT for domestic transfers — Use the IFSC code for any transfer within France.

Data Accuracy

BankZop sources SWIFT/BIC data from publicly available banking registries and official disclosures, updated regularly. For the highest-stakes transactions, always confirm CCFRFRPP120 directly with HSBC FRANCE (FORMERLY HSBC CCF)'s BORDEAUX branch or via the SWIFT BIC Directory.