SWIFT/BIC code PARBGB2LXXX
PARBGB2LXXX belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom 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.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution uses SWIFT code PARBGB2LXXX?
The code PARBGB2LXXX belongs to the headquarters of BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom.
Does BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 148 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Is PARBGB2L and PARBGB2LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. PARBGB2L is the short version of PARBGB2LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom in London.
Do I need PARBGB2LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need PARBGB2LXXX.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter PARBGB2LXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check PARBGB2LXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.