SWIFT/BIC code PARBLU21170
PARBLU21170 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBLU21170 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBLU21 |
| Branch code | 170 |
| 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.
- 170 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/BIC code PARBLU21170?
The code PARBLU21170 belongs to Luxembourg, a unit of BNP Paribas Securities Services in Luxembourg, Luxembourg. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use PARBLU21 instead of PARBLU21170?
PARBLU21 is the main office of BNP Paribas Securities Services, while PARBLU21170 points to Luxembourg. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use PARBLU21170 if the recipient asks for it.
Does BNP Paribas Securities Services have more 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.
Do I need PARBLU21170 for a euro transfer to Luxembourg?
Luxembourg is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need PARBLU21170.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter PARBLU21170 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PARBLU21170 against the details from BNP Paribas Securities Services before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.