SWIFT/BIC code PPABPLP1KT1
PPABPLP1KT1 belongs to Bank Bgz BNP Paribas S.A. in Katowice, Poland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PPABPLP1KT1 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PPABPLP1 |
| Branch code | KT1 |
| Bank | Bank Bgz BNP Paribas S.A. |
| Branch | Katowice Branch |
| City | Katowice |
| Country | Poland |
How the Bank Bgz BNP Paribas S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PPAB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PL Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- P1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- KT1 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 BIC PPABPLP1KT1?
PPABPLP1KT1 identifies Katowice Branch, a branch or department of Bank Bgz BNP Paribas S.A. in Katowice, Poland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need PPABPLP1KT1 to send euros to Poland?
Poland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need PPABPLP1KT1.
How long does a transfer to Bank Bgz BNP Paribas S.A. take in Poland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use PPABPLP1 instead of PPABPLP1KT1?
PPABPLP1 is the head office of Bank Bgz BNP Paribas S.A., while PPABPLP1KT1 is Katowice Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use PPABPLP1KT1 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Bank Bgz BNP Paribas S.A. have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 32 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Bgz BNP Paribas S.A. in Poland. All of them are listed on the page of Bank Bgz BNP Paribas S.A..
What happens if I use PPABPLP1KT1 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check PPABPLP1KT1 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.