SWIFT/BIC code BPPBBEB1XXX
BPPBBEB1XXX belongs to BNP Paribas Private Bank in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPPBBEB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPPBBEB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Private Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Brussels |
| Country | Belgium |
How the BNP Paribas Private Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPPB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- B1 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 institution uses BIC BPPBBEB1XXX?
The code BPPBBEB1XXX belongs to the main office of BNP Paribas Private Bank in Brussels, Belgium. Use it when you send money to an account at BNP Paribas Private Bank.
What do the letters in BPPBBEB1XXX mean?
BPPB is the bank code of BNP Paribas Private Bank, BE is the ISO code of Belgium, B1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Private Bank?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does BNP Paribas Private Bank have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BPPBBEB1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for BNP Paribas Private Bank in Belgium, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Do I need BPPBBEB1XXX for a euro transfer to Belgium?
Belgium belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BPPBBEB1XXX.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Private Bank in Belgium?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.