SWIFT/BIC code BNPAFRPPPCE
BNPAFRPPPCE belongs to BNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.) in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPAFRPPPCE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPAFRPP |
| Branch code | PCE |
| Bank | BNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.) |
| Branch | Champs-Elysees |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the BNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.) SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BNPA 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.
- PCE 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 bank is behind SWIFT code BNPAFRPPPCE?
The code BNPAFRPPPCE belongs to Champs-Elysees, a unit of BNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.) in Paris, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to BNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.)?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Can I use BNPAFRPP instead of BNPAFRPPPCE?
BNPAFRPP points to the head office of BNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.), while BNPAFRPPPCE is Champs-Elysees. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BNPAFRPPPCE if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need BNPAFRPPPCE to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BNPAFRPPPCE.
How long does it take to send money to BNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.)?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use BNPAFRPPPCE incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BNPAFRPPPCE with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.