SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRP1187
PARBFRP1187 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBFRP1187 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBFRP1 |
| Branch code | 187 |
| 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.
- 187 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 SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRP1187?
PARBFRP1187 identifies Paris, a unit of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use PARBFRP1 instead of PARBFRP1187?
PARBFRP1 points to the head office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, while PARBFRP1187 points to Paris. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBFRP1187.
Do I need PARBFRP1187 for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need PARBFRP1187.
What is the best 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. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France take 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.
What does each part of PARBFRP1187 stand for?
PARB is the institution code of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, FR is the ISO code of France, P1 is the location code and 187 is the code of the branch Paris.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.