SWIFT/BIC code PARBGBL1065

PARBGBL1065 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom in London, United Kingdom.

PARBGBL1065

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePARBGBL1065
8-character codePARBGBL1
Branch code065
BankBNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom
BranchLondon
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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).
L1 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
065 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 branch uses BIC PARBGBL1065?

The code PARBGBL1065 belongs to London, a branch or department of BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of PARBGBL1065 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 065 is the code of the department London.

Do I need PARBGBL1065 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need PARBGBL1065.

How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I use PARBGBL1065 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PARBGBL1065 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.