SWIFT/BIC code HNADGB2LXXX
HNADGB2LXXX belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HNADGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HNADGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the BNP Paribas Securities Services SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HNAD Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L 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 SWIFT/BIC code HNADGB2LXXX?
HNADGB2LXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of BNP Paribas Securities Services in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to BNP Paribas Securities Services does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter HNADGB2LXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HNADGB2LXXX with the recipient before sending.
Do I need HNADGB2LXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom 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 HNADGB2LXXX.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas Securities Services take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are HNADGB2L and HNADGB2LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. HNADGB2L is the 8-character version of HNADGB2LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to BNP Paribas Securities Services in London.
What does each part of HNADGB2LXXX stand for?
HNAD is the bank code of BNP Paribas Securities Services, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.