SWIFT/BIC code PCMSGB21XXX
PCMSGB21XXX belongs to BNP Paribas SA in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCMSGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCMSGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the BNP Paribas SA SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PCMS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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
Which bank uses BIC PCMSGB21XXX?
The code PCMSGB21XXX belongs to the headquarters of BNP Paribas SA in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at BNP Paribas SA.
Do I need PCMSGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need PCMSGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas SA in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is PCMSGB21 and PCMSGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. PCMSGB21 is the 8-character version of PCMSGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach BNP Paribas SA in London.
Does BNP Paribas SA use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – PCMSGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for BNP Paribas SA in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas SA?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.