SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRP1040
PARBFRP1040 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBFRP1040 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBFRP1 |
| Branch code | 040 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services, France |
| Branch | Paris |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How 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.
- 040 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 PARBFRP1040?
The code PARBFRP1040 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 happens if I enter PARBFRP1040 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PARBFRP1040 against the details from BNP Paribas Securities Services, France before sending.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Can I use PARBFRP1 instead of PARBFRP1040?
PARBFRP1 is the main office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, while PARBFRP1040 points to Paris. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use PARBFRP1040 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need PARBFRP1040 to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need PARBFRP1040.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.