SWIFT/BIC code PARBUS61XXX
PARBUS61XXX belongs to Paribas in Los Angeles,ca, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PARBUS61XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PARBUS61 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Paribas |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Los Angeles,ca |
| Country | United States |
The way the Paribas 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.
- US Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 61 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 SWIFT/BIC code PARBUS61XXX?
PARBUS61XXX identifies the head office of Paribas in Los Angeles,ca, United States. Use it when a payment to Paribas does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Paribas in United States?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in US Dollar with transfer services before you send.
Are PARBUS61 and PARBUS61XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. PARBUS61 is the short version of PARBUS61XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Paribas in Los Angeles,ca.
How long does a transfer to Paribas take in United States?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of PARBUS61XXX mean?
PARB is the bank code of Paribas, US stands for United States, 61 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Paribas?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PARBUS61XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. United States is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.