SWIFT/BIC code PARBGBL1RCM
PARBGBL1RCM belongs to Paribas in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBGBL1RCM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBGBL1 |
| Branch code | RCM |
| Bank | Paribas |
| Branch | — |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Paribas 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.
- RCM 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 PARBGBL1RCM?
PARBGBL1RCM identifies Paribas, a branch or department of Paribas 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 Paribas in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Paribas got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Paribas in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Paribas.
How long does a transfer to Paribas take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need PARBGBL1RCM to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need PARBGBL1RCM.
Can I use PARBGBL1 instead of PARBGBL1RCM?
PARBGBL1 is the head office of Paribas, while PARBGBL1RCM is Paribas. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBGBL1RCM.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.