SWIFT/BIC code BNPAUS31015
BNPAUS31015 belongs to BNP Paribas in New York,ny, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPAUS31015 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPAUS31 |
| Branch code | 015 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas |
| Branch | — |
| City | New York,ny |
| Country | United States |
How the BNP Paribas SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 015 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 BIC BNPAUS31015?
BNPAUS31015 is the SWIFT/BIC code of BNP Paribas, part of BNP Paribas in New York,ny, United States. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BNPAUS31015 mean?
BNPA is the institution code of BNP Paribas, US is the ISO code of United States, 31 is the code for the city or region and 015 is the code of the branch BNP Paribas.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at BNP Paribas?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BNPAUS31015, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. United States is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas in United States?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter BNPAUS31015 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BNPAUS31015 with the recipient before sending.
What is the best 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 what you receive in US Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.