SWIFT/BIC code PARBGBL1070
PARBGBL1070 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBGBL1070 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBGBL1 |
| Branch code | 070 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom |
| Branch | London |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom 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.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- L1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 070 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 bank is behind SWIFT code PARBGBL1070?
PARBGBL1070 is the SWIFT/BIC code of London, a unit 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 happens if I enter PARBGBL1070 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PARBGBL1070 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use PARBGBL1 instead of PARBGBL1070?
PARBGBL1 points to the main office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom, while PARBGBL1070 points to London. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBGBL1070.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom?
Banks often 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.
Does BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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.
Do I need PARBGBL1070 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need PARBGBL1070.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.