SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1152

PARBAUS1152 belongs to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Sydney, Australia.

PARBAUS1152

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePARBAUS1152
8-character codePARBAUS1
Branch code152
BankBNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch)
BranchSydney
CitySydney
CountryAustralia

How 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.
152 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 code PARBAUS1152?

The code PARBAUS1152 belongs to Sydney, a branch or department of BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Sydney, Australia. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use PARBAUS1 instead of PARBAUS1152?

PARBAUS1 points to the main office of BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch), while PARBAUS1152 points to Sydney. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBAUS1152.

What do I need for a transfer to an account at BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch)?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1152, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

What happens if I use PARBAUS1152 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PARBAUS1152 with the recipient before you confirm.

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

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.

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

Yes – our database contains 135 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Australia. You can see them all on the bank page.

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