SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRP1301
PARBFRP1301 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBFRP1301 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBFRP1 |
| Branch code | 301 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services, France |
| Branch | Paris |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How 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.
- 301 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 PARBFRP1301?
PARBFRP1301 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.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Do I need PARBFRP1301 to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need PARBFRP1301.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter PARBFRP1301 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PARBFRP1301 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use PARBFRP1 instead of PARBFRP1301?
PARBFRP1 points to the head office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, while PARBFRP1301 is Paris. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBFRP1301.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.