SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1081
PARBAUS1081 belongs to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBAUS1081 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBAUS1 |
| Branch code | 081 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) |
| Branch | Sydney |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
The way the BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) SWIFT/BIC works
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).
- S1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 081 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 branch uses BIC PARBAUS1081?
The code PARBAUS1081 belongs to Sydney, a unit of BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Sydney, Australia. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch)?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Australian Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of PARBAUS1081 stand for?
PARB is the institution code of BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch), AU is the ISO code of Australia, S1 is the location code and 081 identifies the branch Sydney.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Australia?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I use PARBAUS1081 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PARBAUS1081 against the details from BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) before you confirm.
What do I need to send money to an account at BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch)?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1081, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.