SWIFT/BIC code PAIBGB21XXX
PAIBGB21XXX belongs to Paribas Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PAIBGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PAIBGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Paribas Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Paribas Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PAIB 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 is behind SWIFT code PAIBGB21XXX?
PAIBGB21XXX identifies the head office of Paribas Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Paribas Limited does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Paribas Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Paribas Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, PAIBGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Paribas Limited in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Is PAIBGB21 and PAIBGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. PAIBGB21 is the short version of PAIBGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Paribas Limited in London.
Do I need PAIBGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need PAIBGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Paribas Limited take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.