SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRP1251
PARBFRP1251 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBFRP1251 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBFRP1 |
| Branch code | 251 |
| 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.
- 251 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRP1251?
The code PARBFRP1251 belongs to Paris, a unit of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use PARBFRP1 instead of PARBFRP1251?
PARBFRP1 points to the main office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, while PARBFRP1251 is Paris. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use PARBFRP1251 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need PARBFRP1251 for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need PARBFRP1251.
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 specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.