SWIFT/BIC code BPPBGGS1XXX
BPPBGGS1XXX belongs to BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA in St. Peter Port, Guernsey.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPPBGGS1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPPBGGS1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | St. Peter Port |
| Country | Guernsey |
The way the BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPPB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 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
What bank uses BIC BPPBGGS1XXX?
The code BPPBGGS1XXX belongs to the headquarters of BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA in St. Peter Port, Guernsey. It is the code to use when a payment to BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA does not need a specific branch.
Are BPPBGGS1 and BPPBGGS1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BPPBGGS1 is the 8-character version of BPPBGGS1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA in St. Peter Port.
Does BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BPPBGGS1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA in Guernsey, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA in Guernsey?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BPPBGGS1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BPPBGGS1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.