SWIFT/BIC code PARBLU21137
PARBLU21137 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBLU21137 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBLU21 |
| Branch code | 137 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services |
| Branch | Luxembourg |
| City | Luxembourg |
| Country | Luxembourg |
How 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.
- 137 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 uses BIC PARBLU21137?
PARBLU21137 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.
Has BNP Paribas Securities Services got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 197 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter PARBLU21137 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PARBLU21137 with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need PARBLU21137 for a euro transfer to Luxembourg?
Luxembourg is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need PARBLU21137.
Can I use PARBLU21 instead of PARBLU21137?
PARBLU21 is the main office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, while PARBLU21137 points to Luxembourg. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBLU21137.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.