SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRP1229
PARBFRP1229 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBFRP1229 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBFRP1 |
| Branch code | 229 |
| 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.
- 229 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 SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRP1229?
PARBFRP1229 identifies Paris, a branch or department of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does BNP Paribas Securities Services, France have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 377 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in France. All of them are listed on the page of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France.
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 PARBFRP1229?
PARBFRP1 points to the main office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, while PARBFRP1229 is Paris. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBFRP1229.
Do I need PARBFRP1229 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 do need PARBFRP1229.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.