SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1157

PARBAUS1157 belongs to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Sydney, Australia.

PARBAUS1157

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePARBAUS1157
8-character codePARBAUS1
Branch code157
BankBNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch)
BranchSydney
CitySydney
CountryAustralia

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.
157 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 PARBAUS1157?

The code PARBAUS1157 belongs to Sydney, a unit of BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Sydney, Australia. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter PARBAUS1157 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PARBAUS1157 with the recipient before sending.

Can I use PARBAUS1 instead of PARBAUS1157?

PARBAUS1 is the main office of BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch), while PARBAUS1157 points to Sydney. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBAUS1157.

Has BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

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

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

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1157, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.

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

Many banks add several percent 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.

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