SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1127

PARBAUS1127 belongs to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Sydney, Australia.

PARBAUS1127

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePARBAUS1127
8-character codePARBAUS1
Branch code127
BankBNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch)
BranchSydney
CitySydney
CountryAustralia

How 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.
127 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 SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1127?

The code PARBAUS1127 belongs to Sydney, part of BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Sydney, Australia. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do I need to send money to an account at BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch)?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1127, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Australia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) take in Australia?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

Does BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 135 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Australia. All of them are listed on the page of BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch).

What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Australia?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of PARBAUS1127 stand for?

PARB is the institution code of BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch), AU stands for Australia, S1 is the location code and 127 is the code of the department Sydney.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.