SWIFT/BIC code BNPAQAQAXXX
BNPAQAQAXXX belongs to BNP Paribas, Doha in Doha, Qatar.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPAQAQAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPAQAQA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas, Doha |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Doha |
| Country | Qatar |
How the BNP Paribas, Doha 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.
- QA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- QA 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 bank is behind BIC BNPAQAQAXXX?
BNPAQAQAXXX identifies the head office of BNP Paribas, Doha in Doha, Qatar. Use it when a payment to BNP Paribas, Doha does not need a specific branch.
Does BNP Paribas, Doha use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BNPAQAQAXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for BNP Paribas, Doha in Qatar, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas, Doha?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Qatar with transfer services before you send.
Is BNPAQAQA and BNPAQAQAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BNPAQAQA is the 8-character version of BNPAQAQAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to BNP Paribas, Doha in Doha.
What happens if I use BNPAQAQAXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BNPAQAQAXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas, Doha take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.