SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRP1052
PARBFRP1052 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBFRP1052 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBFRP1 |
| Branch code | 052 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services, France |
| Branch | Paris |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the BNP Paribas Securities Services, France 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.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- P1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 052 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
Which bank is behind BIC PARBFRP1052?
PARBFRP1052 identifies Paris, part of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in France?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need PARBFRP1052 for a euro transfer 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 PARBFRP1052.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use PARBFRP1 instead of PARBFRP1052?
PARBFRP1 is the head office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, while PARBFRP1052 is Paris. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use PARBFRP1052 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use PARBFRP1052 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PARBFRP1052 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.