SWIFT/BIC code PPABPLP1WA3
PPABPLP1WA3 belongs to Bank Bgz BNP Paribas S.A. in Warszawa, Poland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PPABPLP1WA3 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PPABPLP1 |
| Branch code | WA3 |
| Bank | Bank Bgz BNP Paribas S.A. |
| Branch | 3rd Warszawa Branch |
| City | Warszawa |
| Country | Poland |
How the Bank Bgz BNP Paribas S.A. SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- WA3 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 PPABPLP1WA3?
PPABPLP1WA3 identifies 3rd Warszawa Branch, a unit of Bank Bgz BNP Paribas S.A. in Warszawa, Poland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use PPABPLP1WA3 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PPABPLP1WA3 with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need PPABPLP1WA3 for a euro transfer to Poland?
Poland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need PPABPLP1WA3.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Bgz BNP Paribas S.A. in Poland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use PPABPLP1 instead of PPABPLP1WA3?
PPABPLP1 is the head office of Bank Bgz BNP Paribas S.A., while PPABPLP1WA3 points to 3rd Warszawa Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PPABPLP1WA3.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Bgz BNP Paribas S.A. in Poland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Polish Zloty with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.