SWIFT/BIC code PARBCIA1XXX
PARBCIA1XXX belongs to Paribas in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBCIA1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBCIA1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Paribas |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Abidjan |
| Country | Côte d’Ivoire |
The way the Paribas SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PARB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CI Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- A1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 code PARBCIA1XXX?
PARBCIA1XXX identifies the head office of Paribas in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Paribas.
Does Paribas have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, PARBCIA1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Paribas in Côte d’Ivoire, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What does each part of PARBCIA1XXX mean?
PARB is the institution code of Paribas, CI stands for Côte d’Ivoire, A1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Paribas?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PARBCIA1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Côte d’Ivoire is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Paribas take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Paribas?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Côte d’Ivoire 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.