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SWIFT/BIC code PARBCH21008

PARBCH21008 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, Paris, Succursale in Zurich, Switzerland.

PARBCH21008

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePARBCH21008
8-character codePARBCH21
Branch code008
BankBNP Paribas Securities Services, Paris, Succursale
BranchZurich
CityZurich
CountrySwitzerland

The way the BNP Paribas Securities Services, Paris, Succursale 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.
CH Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
21 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
008 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code PARBCH21008?

PARBCH21008 identifies Zurich, a branch or department of BNP Paribas Securities Services, Paris, Succursale in Zurich, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, Paris, Succursale?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I enter PARBCH21008 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check PARBCH21008 against the details from BNP Paribas Securities Services, Paris, Succursale before you confirm.

Do I need PARBCH21008 to send euros to Switzerland?

Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need PARBCH21008.

How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, Paris, Succursale?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use PARBCH21 instead of PARBCH21008?

PARBCH21 is the head office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, Paris, Succursale, while PARBCH21008 is Zurich. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBCH21008.

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