SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRP1009
PARBFRP1009 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBFRP1009 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBFRP1 |
| Branch code | 009 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services, France |
| Branch | Paris |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the BNP Paribas Securities Services, France 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.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- P1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 009 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 PARBFRP1009?
The code PARBFRP1009 belongs to Paris, a branch or department of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in France?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use PARBFRP1 instead of PARBFRP1009?
PARBFRP1 points to the main office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, while PARBFRP1009 points to Paris. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use PARBFRP1009 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need PARBFRP1009 for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need PARBFRP1009.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of PARBFRP1009 stand for?
PARB is the institution code of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, FR stands for France, P1 is the location code and 009 identifies the branch Paris.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.