SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRP1296
PARBFRP1296 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBFRP1296 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBFRP1 |
| Branch code | 296 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services, France |
| Branch | Paris |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the BNP Paribas Securities Services, France SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 296 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 is behind SWIFT code PARBFRP1296?
The code PARBFRP1296 belongs to 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.
Do I need PARBFRP1296 to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need PARBFRP1296.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in France?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Has BNP Paribas Securities Services, France got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 377 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in France. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest 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 what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use PARBFRP1 instead of PARBFRP1296?
PARBFRP1 points to the head office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, while PARBFRP1296 is Paris. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBFRP1296.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.