SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRP1290
PARBFRP1290 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBFRP1290 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBFRP1 |
| Branch code | 290 |
| 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.
- 290 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 PARBFRP1290?
The code PARBFRP1290 belongs to Paris, part of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has BNP Paribas Securities Services, France got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 377 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in France. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use PARBFRP1 instead of PARBFRP1290?
PARBFRP1 is the head office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, while PARBFRP1290 is Paris. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBFRP1290.
Do I need PARBFRP1290 for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need PARBFRP1290.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter PARBFRP1290 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PARBFRP1290 against the details from BNP Paribas Securities Services, France before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.