SWIFT/BIC code PARBSG21216
PARBSG21216 belongs to BNP Paribas Securities Services SA in Singapore, Singapore.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBSG21216 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBSG21 |
| Branch code | 216 |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Securities Services SA |
| Branch | Bp2s Singapore 216 |
| City | Singapore |
| Country | Singapore |
How the BNP Paribas Securities Services SA 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.
- SG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 216 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
What bank uses BIC PARBSG21216?
PARBSG21216 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bp2s Singapore 216, a unit of BNP Paribas Securities Services SA in Singapore, Singapore. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use PARBSG21 instead of PARBSG21216?
PARBSG21 is the main office of BNP Paribas Securities Services SA, while PARBSG21216 points to Bp2s Singapore 216. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PARBSG21216.
What happens if I use PARBSG21216 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check PARBSG21216 against the details from BNP Paribas Securities Services SA before sending.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas Securities Services SA?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Singapore Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has BNP Paribas Securities Services SA got other 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 a transfer to BNP Paribas Securities Services SA take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.