SWIFT/BIC code PAAEGB21XXX
PAAEGB21XXX belongs to Paribas Asia Equity UK LTD. in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PAAEGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PAAEGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Paribas Asia Equity UK LTD. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Paribas Asia Equity UK LTD. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PAAE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 SWIFT code PAAEGB21XXX?
PAAEGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Paribas Asia Equity UK LTD. in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Paribas Asia Equity UK LTD. does not need a specific branch.
Are PAAEGB21 and PAAEGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. PAAEGB21 is the short version of PAAEGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Paribas Asia Equity UK LTD. in London.
How long does a transfer to Paribas Asia Equity UK LTD. take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need PAAEGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of 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 still need PAAEGB21XXX.
What does each part of PAAEGB21XXX stand for?
PAAE is the institution code of Paribas Asia Equity UK LTD., GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Paribas Asia Equity UK LTD.?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound 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.