SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1156
PARBAUS1156 belongs to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBAUS1156 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBAUS1 |
| Branch code | 156 |
| 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.
- 156 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 SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1156?
PARBAUS1156 identifies Sydney, a unit 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 enter PARBAUS1156 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PARBAUS1156 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch)?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Australian Dollar with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of PARBAUS1156 mean?
PARB is the institution code of BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch), AU is the ISO code of Australia, S1 is the location code and 156 identifies the branch Sydney.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1156, 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 it take to send money to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Australia?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.