SWIFT/BIC code BNPANCNXKOU
BNPANCNXKOU belongs to BNP Paribas Nouvelle Caledonie Noumea in Koumac, New Caledonia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPANCNXKOU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPANCNX |
| Branch code | KOU |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Nouvelle Caledonie Noumea |
| Branch | — |
| City | Koumac |
| Country | New Caledonia |
How the BNP Paribas Nouvelle Caledonie Noumea 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.
- NC Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- KOU 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BNPANCNXKOU?
BNPANCNXKOU identifies BNP Paribas Nouvelle Caledonie Noumea, part of BNP Paribas Nouvelle Caledonie Noumea in Koumac, New Caledonia. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has BNP Paribas Nouvelle Caledonie Noumea got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas Nouvelle Caledonie Noumea in New Caledonia. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Nouvelle Caledonie Noumea in New Caledonia?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in New Caledonia with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need to send money to an account at BNP Paribas Nouvelle Caledonie Noumea?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BNPANCNXKOU, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. New Caledonia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use BNPANCNX instead of BNPANCNXKOU?
BNPANCNX points to the head office of BNP Paribas Nouvelle Caledonie Noumea, while BNPANCNXKOU points to BNP Paribas Nouvelle Caledonie Noumea. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BNPANCNXKOU if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas Nouvelle Caledonie Noumea take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.