SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRP1164
PARBFRP1164 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBFRP1164 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBFRP1 |
| Branch code | 164 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services, France |
| Branch | Paris |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the BNP Paribas Securities Services, France SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 164 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 uses BIC PARBFRP1164?
PARBFRP1164 identifies Paris, part 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?
Many banks add several percent 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.
Can I use PARBFRP1 instead of PARBFRP1164?
PARBFRP1 is the main office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, while PARBFRP1164 points to Paris. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBFRP1164.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of PARBFRP1164 stand for?
PARB is the bank code of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, FR stands for France, P1 is the location code and 164 identifies the department Paris.
Do I need PARBFRP1164 to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need PARBFRP1164.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.