SWIFT/BIC code BNPAUS31011
BNPAUS31011 belongs to BNP Paribas in New York,ny, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPAUS31011 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPAUS31 |
| Branch code | 011 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas |
| Branch | — |
| City | New York,ny |
| Country | United States |
The way the BNP Paribas SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BNPA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- US Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 31 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 011 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BNPAUS31011?
BNPAUS31011 is the SWIFT/BIC code of BNP Paribas, a unit of BNP Paribas in New York,ny, United States. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas in United States?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in US Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BNPAUS31 instead of BNPAUS31011?
BNPAUS31 points to the head office of BNP Paribas, while BNPAUS31011 points to BNP Paribas. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BNPAUS31011.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at BNP Paribas?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BNPAUS31011, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. United States uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Has BNP Paribas got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 41 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas in United States. All of them are listed on the page of BNP Paribas.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.