SWIFT/BIC code BNPAAU2SXXX
BNPAAU2SXXX belongs to BNP Paribas Australia in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPAAU2SXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPAAU2S |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Australia |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
How the BNP Paribas Australia SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BNPA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2S 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 is behind SWIFT code BNPAAU2SXXX?
The code BNPAAU2SXXX belongs to the headquarters of BNP Paribas Australia in Sydney, Australia. Use it when a payment to BNP Paribas Australia does not need a specific branch.
Are BNPAAU2S and BNPAAU2SXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BNPAAU2S is the short version of BNPAAU2SXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to BNP Paribas Australia in Sydney.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Australia in Australia?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of BNPAAU2SXXX mean?
BNPA is the institution code of BNP Paribas Australia, AU stands for Australia, 2S is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at BNP Paribas Australia?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BNPAAU2SXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Australia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Australia in Australia?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.