SWIFT/BIC code PARBAU2SNZL
PARBAU2SNZL belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, (Australia Branch) in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBAU2SNZL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBAU2S |
| Branch code | NZL |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services, (Australia Branch) |
| Branch | Bp2s Australia - New Zealand Activity |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
How the BNP Paribas Securities Services, (Australia Branch) SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PARB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2S Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- NZL 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 PARBAU2SNZL?
PARBAU2SNZL identifies Bp2s Australia - New Zealand Activity, a unit of BNP Paribas Securities Services, (Australia Branch) in Sydney, Australia. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, (Australia Branch) in Australia?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use PARBAU2SNZL with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PARBAU2SNZL against the details from BNP Paribas Securities Services, (Australia Branch) before sending.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at BNP Paribas Securities Services, (Australia Branch)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PARBAU2SNZL, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use PARBAU2S instead of PARBAU2SNZL?
PARBAU2S is the main office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, (Australia Branch), while PARBAU2SNZL is Bp2s Australia - New Zealand Activity. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use PARBAU2SNZL if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas Securities Services, (Australia Branch) take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.