SWIFT/BIC code BNPASARIXXX
BNPASARIXXX belongs to BNP Paribas Saudi Arabia in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPASARIXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPASARI |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Saudi Arabia |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Riyadh |
| Country | Saudi Arabia |
The way the BNP Paribas Saudi Arabia 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.
- SA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- RI 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 SWIFT code BNPASARIXXX?
BNPASARIXXX identifies the head office of BNP Paribas Saudi Arabia in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Use it when you send money to an account at BNP Paribas Saudi Arabia.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Saudi Arabia in Saudi Arabia?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Saudi Arabia with transfer services before you send.
Does BNP Paribas Saudi Arabia use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BNPASARIXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for BNP Paribas Saudi Arabia in Saudi Arabia, so there is no branch code to choose.
Are BNPASARI and BNPASARIXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BNPASARI is the short version of BNPASARIXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach BNP Paribas Saudi Arabia in Riyadh.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas Saudi Arabia take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of BNPASARIXXX stand for?
BNPA is the bank code of BNP Paribas Saudi Arabia, SA stands for Saudi Arabia, RI is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.