SWIFT/BIC code PARBSG21196

PARBSG21196 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services SA in Singapore, Singapore.

PARBSG21196

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePARBSG21196
8-character codePARBSG21
Branch code196
BankBNP Paribas Securities Services SA
BranchBp2s Singapore 196
CitySingapore
CountrySingapore

The way the BNP Paribas Securities Services SA 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.
SG Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
21 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
196 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 uses BIC PARBSG21196?

The code PARBSG21196 belongs to Bp2s Singapore 196, a branch or department of BNP Paribas Securities Services SA in Singapore, Singapore. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services SA?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Singapore Dollar with transfer services before you send.

Can I use PARBSG21 instead of PARBSG21196?

PARBSG21 points to the main office of BNP Paribas Securities Services SA, while PARBSG21196 is Bp2s Singapore 196. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBSG21196.

What do I need to send money to an account at BNP Paribas Securities Services SA?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code PARBSG21196, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Singapore is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.

Has BNP Paribas Securities Services SA got 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.

How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services SA?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.