SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1171
PARBAUS1171 belongs to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBAUS1171 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBAUS1 |
| Branch code | 171 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) |
| Branch | Sydney |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
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.
- 171 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1171?
PARBAUS1171 is the SWIFT/BIC code of 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.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch)?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Australian Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use PARBAUS1171 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PARBAUS1171 with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in PARBAUS1171 stand for?
PARB is the bank code of BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch), AU stands for Australia, S1 is the location code and 171 is the code of the department Sydney.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch)?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1171, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Australia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch)?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.