SWIFT/BIC code BNPAFRPPTOU
BNPAFRPPTOU belongs to BNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.) in Tours, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPAFRPPTOU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPAFRPP |
| Branch code | TOU |
| Bank | BNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Tours |
| 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.
- TOU 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 SWIFT/BIC code BNPAFRPPTOU?
BNPAFRPPTOU is the SWIFT/BIC code of BNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.), a branch or department of BNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.) in Tours, 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 in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BNPAFRPPTOU for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BNPAFRPPTOU.
What happens if I enter BNPAFRPPTOU with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BNPAFRPPTOU with the recipient before sending.
Can I use BNPAFRPP instead of BNPAFRPPTOU?
BNPAFRPP is the main office of BNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.), while BNPAFRPPTOU points to BNP-Paribas SA (Formerly Banque Nationale de Paris S.A.). For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BNPAFRPPTOU.
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 what you receive 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.