SWIFT/BIC code PARBGBL1116
PARBGBL1116 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBGBL1116 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBGBL1 |
| Branch code | 116 |
| 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.
- 116 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 PARBGBL1116?
PARBGBL1116 identifies 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 is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need PARBGBL1116 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. For other currencies you still need PARBGBL1116.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Has BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 148 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of BNP Paribas Securities Services, United Kingdom.
What happens if I use PARBGBL1116 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PARBGBL1116 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.