SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1084
PARBAUS1084 belongs to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBAUS1084 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBAUS1 |
| Branch code | 084 |
| 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.
- 084 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 PARBAUS1084?
PARBAUS1084 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sydney, part of BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Sydney, Australia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use PARBAUS1084 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PARBAUS1084 with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of PARBAUS1084 stand for?
PARB is the institution code of BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch), AU is the ISO code of Australia, S1 is the code for the city or region and 084 identifies the department Sydney.
What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch)?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use PARBAUS1 instead of PARBAUS1084?
PARBAUS1 points to the main office of BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch), while PARBAUS1084 points to Sydney. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use PARBAUS1084 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch)?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.