SWIFT/BIC code BNPAGB21XXX
BNPAGB21XXX belongs to BNP Paribas Finance PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPAGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPAGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Finance PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the BNP Paribas Finance PLC 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.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 BIC BNPAGB21XXX?
The code BNPAGB21XXX belongs to the main office of BNP Paribas Finance PLC in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to BNP Paribas Finance PLC does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use BNPAGB21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BNPAGB21XXX against the details from BNP Paribas Finance PLC before you confirm.
Does BNP Paribas Finance PLC use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BNPAGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for BNP Paribas Finance PLC in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in BNPAGB21XXX stand for?
BNPA is the institution code of BNP Paribas Finance PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Finance PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas Finance PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.