SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRP1166
PARBFRP1166 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBFRP1166 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBFRP1 |
| Branch code | 166 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services, France |
| Branch | Paris |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way 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.
- 166 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 SWIFT code PARBFRP1166?
PARBFRP1166 identifies Paris, a branch or department 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?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need PARBFRP1166 to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need PARBFRP1166.
Can I use PARBFRP1 instead of PARBFRP1166?
PARBFRP1 points to the head office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, while PARBFRP1166 is Paris. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBFRP1166.
What happens if I enter PARBFRP1166 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PARBFRP1166 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.