SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRP1214
PARBFRP1214 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBFRP1214 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBFRP1 |
| Branch code | 214 |
| 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.
- 214 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRP1214?
The code PARBFRP1214 belongs to Paris, a branch or department of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need PARBFRP1214 for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need PARBFRP1214.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in France?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use PARBFRP1 instead of PARBFRP1214?
PARBFRP1 points to the main office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, while PARBFRP1214 is Paris. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use PARBFRP1214 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use PARBFRP1214 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PARBFRP1214 against the details from BNP Paribas Securities Services, France before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.