SWIFT/BIC code PARBLU21116
PARBLU21116 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBLU21116 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBLU21 |
| Branch code | 116 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services |
| Branch | Luxembourg |
| City | Luxembourg |
| Country | Luxembourg |
The way the BNP Paribas Securities Services 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.
- LU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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
Which branch is behind BIC PARBLU21116?
The code PARBLU21116 belongs to Luxembourg, a branch or department 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 PARBLU21116 to send euros to Luxembourg?
Luxembourg belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need PARBLU21116.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas Securities Services take in Luxembourg?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter PARBLU21116 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PARBLU21116 with the recipient before you confirm.
Does BNP Paribas Securities Services have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 197 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg?
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.