SWIFT/BIC code PARBLU21043
PARBLU21043 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBLU21043 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBLU21 |
| Branch code | 043 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services |
| Branch | Luxembourg |
| City | Luxembourg |
| Country | Luxembourg |
The way the BNP Paribas Securities Services 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.
- LU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 043 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 uses BIC PARBLU21043?
PARBLU21043 identifies Luxembourg, part of BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg, Luxembourg. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need PARBLU21043 for a euro transfer to Luxembourg?
Luxembourg is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need PARBLU21043.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use PARBLU21043 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PARBLU21043 against the details from BNP Paribas Securities Services before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Can I use PARBLU21 instead of PARBLU21043?
PARBLU21 is the main office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, while PARBLU21043 is Luxembourg. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBLU21043.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.