SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1109
PARBAUS1109 belongs to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBAUS1109 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBAUS1 |
| Branch code | 109 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) |
| Branch | Sydney |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
The way the BNP Paribas 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).
- S1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 109 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 bank is behind BIC PARBAUS1109?
The code PARBAUS1109 belongs to 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.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch)?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1109, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Australia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in PARBAUS1109 stand for?
PARB is the bank code of BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch), AU stands for Australia, S1 is the code for the city or region and 109 is the code of the department Sydney.
What happens if I use PARBAUS1109 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PARBAUS1109 with the recipient before sending.
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 the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar 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.