SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRP1174
PARBFRP1174 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBFRP1174 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBFRP1 |
| Branch code | 174 |
| 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.
- 174 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 uses BIC PARBFRP1174?
PARBFRP1174 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Paris, a branch or department of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in France?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter PARBFRP1174 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PARBFRP1174 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use PARBFRP1 instead of PARBFRP1174?
PARBFRP1 points to the main office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, while PARBFRP1174 points to Paris. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBFRP1174.
Do I need PARBFRP1174 to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need PARBFRP1174.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.