SWIFT/BIC code PARBGBL1047
PARBGBL1047 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBGBL1047 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBGBL1 |
| Branch code | 047 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom |
| Branch | London |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom 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.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- L1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 047 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 PARBGBL1047?
PARBGBL1047 identifies London, a branch or department of BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in PARBGBL1047 mean?
PARB is the institution code of BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom, GB stands for United Kingdom, L1 is the code for the city or region and 047 is the code of the department London.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use PARBGBL1047 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PARBGBL1047 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use PARBGBL1 instead of PARBGBL1047?
PARBGBL1 points to the main office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom, while PARBGBL1047 is London. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBGBL1047.
Do I need PARBGBL1047 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need PARBGBL1047.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.