SWIFT/BIC code PARBLU21086
PARBLU21086 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBLU21086 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBLU21 |
| Branch code | 086 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services |
| Branch | Luxembourg |
| City | Luxembourg |
| Country | Luxembourg |
How 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.
- 086 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 branch uses SWIFT code PARBLU21086?
The code PARBLU21086 belongs to Luxembourg, a branch or department of BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg, Luxembourg. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in PARBLU21086 stand for?
PARB is the institution code of BNP Paribas Securities Services, LU stands for Luxembourg, 21 is the location code and 086 is the code of the department Luxembourg.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use PARBLU21086 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PARBLU21086 with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need PARBLU21086 for a euro transfer to Luxembourg?
Luxembourg is part of 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 PARBLU21086.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.