SWIFT/BIC code FAMSFRPPXXX
FAMSFRPPXXX belongs to BNP Paribas Finams in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FAMSFRPPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FAMSFRPP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Finams |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the BNP Paribas Finams SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FAMS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PP 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code FAMSFRPPXXX?
FAMSFRPPXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of BNP Paribas Finams in Paris, France. It is the code to use when a payment to BNP Paribas Finams does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas Finams?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Are FAMSFRPP and FAMSFRPPXXX the same code?
Yes. FAMSFRPP is the 8-character version of FAMSFRPPXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to BNP Paribas Finams in Paris.
Do I need FAMSFRPPXXX for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need FAMSFRPPXXX.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Finams?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use FAMSFRPPXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check FAMSFRPPXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.