SWIFT/BIC code PARBLU21065
PARBLU21065 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBLU21065 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBLU21 |
| Branch code | 065 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services |
| Branch | Luxembourg |
| City | Luxembourg |
| Country | Luxembourg |
The way the BNP Paribas Securities Services 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.
- LU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code PARBLU21065?
PARBLU21065 identifies Luxembourg, a unit of BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg, Luxembourg. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use PARBLU21 instead of PARBLU21065?
PARBLU21 points to the main office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, while PARBLU21065 points to Luxembourg. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBLU21065.
What happens if I enter PARBLU21065 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PARBLU21065 with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Does BNP Paribas Securities Services have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 197 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of BNP Paribas Securities Services.
Do I need PARBLU21065 to send euros to Luxembourg?
Luxembourg belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need PARBLU21065.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.