SWIFT/BIC code BNPAGB22PBG

BNPAGB22PBG belongs to BNP Paribas London Branch in London, United Kingdom.

BNPAGB22PBG

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBNPAGB22PBG
8-character codeBNPAGB22
Branch codePBG
BankBNP Paribas London Branch
BranchBNP Paribas London Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the BNP Paribas London Branch 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).
22 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
PBG 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 branch uses BIC BNPAGB22PBG?

BNPAGB22PBG is the SWIFT/BIC code of BNP Paribas London Branch, a branch or department of BNP Paribas London Branch in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas London Branch?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need BNPAGB22PBG for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BNPAGB22PBG.

What do the letters in BNPAGB22PBG stand for?

BNPA is the institution code of BNP Paribas London Branch, GB stands for United Kingdom, 22 is the location code and PBG identifies the branch BNP Paribas London Branch.

What happens if I use BNPAGB22PBG incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BNPAGB22PBG with the recipient before sending.

Can I use BNPAGB22 instead of BNPAGB22PBG?

BNPAGB22 points to the main office of BNP Paribas London Branch, while BNPAGB22PBG points to BNP Paribas London Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BNPAGB22PBG.

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