SWIFT/BIC code PARBSG21164
PARBSG21164 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services SA in Singapore, Singapore.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBSG21164 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBSG21 |
| Branch code | 164 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services SA |
| Branch | Bp2s Singapore 164 |
| City | Singapore |
| Country | Singapore |
How the BNP Paribas Securities Services SA SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PARB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 164 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 PARBSG21164?
The code PARBSG21164 belongs to Bp2s Singapore 164, a branch or department of BNP Paribas Securities Services SA in Singapore, Singapore. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use PARBSG21 instead of PARBSG21164?
PARBSG21 is the head office of BNP Paribas Securities Services SA, while PARBSG21164 points to Bp2s Singapore 164. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBSG21164.
Does BNP Paribas Securities Services SA have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 259 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas Securities Services SA in Singapore, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use PARBSG21164 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PARBSG21164 against the details from BNP Paribas Securities Services SA before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services SA in Singapore?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Singapore Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas Securities Services SA take in Singapore?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.