SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1173

PARBAUS1173 belongs to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Sydney, Australia.

PARBAUS1173

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePARBAUS1173
8-character codePARBAUS1
Branch code173
BankBNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch)
BranchSydney
CitySydney
CountryAustralia

The way 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.
173 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

What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code PARBAUS1173?

PARBAUS1173 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sydney, a unit of BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch) in Sydney, Australia. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use PARBAUS1 instead of PARBAUS1173?

PARBAUS1 is the main office of BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch), while PARBAUS1173 is Sydney. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use PARBAUS1173 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use PARBAUS1173 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check PARBAUS1173 with the recipient before sending.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Services, (Australia Branch)?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send.

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