SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRPP221
PARBFRPP221 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBFRPP221 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBFRPP |
| Branch code | 221 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services, France |
| Branch | Eses 1221 |
| 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).
- PP Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 221 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRPP221?
The code PARBFRPP221 belongs to Eses 1221, part of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in PARBFRPP221 stand for?
PARB is the bank code of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, FR stands for France, PP is the code for the city or region and 221 is the code of the branch Eses 1221.
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.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use PARBFRPP instead of PARBFRPP221?
PARBFRPP is the main office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, while PARBFRPP221 points to Eses 1221. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBFRPP221.
Do I need PARBFRPP221 for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need PARBFRPP221.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.