SWIFT/BIC code BNPAGRA1XXX
BNPAGRA1XXX belongs to BNP Paribas Grece in Athens, Greece.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPAGRA1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPAGRA1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Grece |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Athens |
| Country | Greece |
The way the BNP Paribas Grece 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.
- GR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- A1 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 BNPAGRA1XXX?
The code BNPAGRA1XXX belongs to the headquarters of BNP Paribas Grece in Athens, Greece. It is the code to use when a payment to BNP Paribas Grece does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in BNPAGRA1XXX stand for?
BNPA is the bank code of BNP Paribas Grece, GR is the ISO code of Greece, A1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Grece in Greece?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BNPAGRA1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BNPAGRA1XXX against the details from BNP Paribas Grece before sending.
Is BNPAGRA1 and BNPAGRA1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BNPAGRA1 is the 8-character version of BNPAGRA1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach BNP Paribas Grece in Athens.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Grece in Greece?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.