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SWIFT/BIC code BNPAFRPPTAS

BNPAFRPPTAS belongs to BNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.) in Lyon, France.

BNPAFRPPTAS

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBNPAFRPPTAS
8-character codeBNPAFRPP
Branch codeTAS
BankBNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.)
BranchLyon Ouest
CityLyon
CountryFrance

The way the BNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.) SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
TAS 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 uses BIC BNPAFRPPTAS?

The code BNPAFRPPTAS belongs to Lyon Ouest, a unit of BNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.) in Lyon, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to BNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.) take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I enter BNPAFRPPTAS incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BNPAFRPPTAS with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need BNPAFRPPTAS for a euro transfer to France?

France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BNPAFRPPTAS.

Can I use BNPAFRPP instead of BNPAFRPPTAS?

BNPAFRPP points to the main office of BNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.), while BNPAFRPPTAS points to Lyon Ouest. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BNPAFRPPTAS.

What is the best way to send money to BNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.) in France?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.