SWIFT/BIC code PARBLU21128
PARBLU21128 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBLU21128 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBLU21 |
| Branch code | 128 |
| 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.
- 128 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 PARBLU21128?
PARBLU21128 identifies Luxembourg, a branch or department of BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg, Luxembourg. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter PARBLU21128 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PARBLU21128 against the details from BNP Paribas Securities Services before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need PARBLU21128 to send euros to Luxembourg?
Luxembourg is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need PARBLU21128.
Can I use PARBLU21 instead of PARBLU21128?
PARBLU21 is the main office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, while PARBLU21128 points to Luxembourg. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBLU21128.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.