SWIFT/BIC code PARBFRPPPIC
PARBFRPPPIC belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBFRPPPIC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBFRPP |
| Branch code | PIC |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services, France |
| Branch | Securities Services Retail Activity - Pictet France |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How 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).
- PP Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- PIC 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 PARBFRPPPIC?
The code PARBFRPPPIC belongs to Securities Services Retail Activity - Pictet France, part of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of PARBFRPPPIC stand for?
PARB is the institution code of BNP Paribas Securities Services, France, FR stands for France, PP is the code for the city or region and PIC is the code of the department Securities Services Retail Activity - Pictet France.
Do I need PARBFRPPPIC 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. If you send another currency you still need PARBFRPPPIC.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, France in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use PARBFRPPPIC with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PARBFRPPPIC with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.