SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRP1163
PARBFRP1163 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBFRP1163 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBFRP1 |
| Branch code | 163 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services, France |
| Branch | Paris |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way 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.
- 163 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 branch is behind BIC PARBFRP1163?
The code PARBFRP1163 belongs to Paris, part of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France. 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, France?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need PARBFRP1163 for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need PARBFRP1163.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use PARBFRP1 instead of PARBFRP1163?
PARBFRP1 is the main office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, while PARBFRP1163 points to Paris. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBFRP1163.
Has BNP Paribas Securities Services, France got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 377 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in France. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.