BNPAFRPPTTN — BNP PARIBAS
BNPAFRPPTTN is the SWIFT/BIC code for BNP PARIBAS in PARIS, France — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
BNPAFRPPTTN is the SWIFT/BIC code for BNP PARIBAS in PARIS, France. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: BNPAFRPP
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | BNP PARIBAS |
| Country | France (FR) |
| Location Code | PP |
| Branch | SECURITIZATION |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code BNPAFRPPTTN belong to?
The SWIFT code BNPAFRPPTTN identifies BNP PARIBAS in PARIS, France. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code BNPAFRPPTTN mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of BNPAFRPPTTN are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (BNPA) represent the bank code for BNP PARIBAS; characters 5-6 (FR) indicate the country code for France; characters 7-8 (PP) specify the location code; and the final characters (TTN) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code BNPAFRPPTTN active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) BNPAFRPPTTN is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'PP' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code BNPAFRPP instead of BNPAFRPPTTN?
Yes. The 8-character code BNPAFRPP represents the primary headquarters of BNP PARIBAS. The 11-character code BNPAFRPPTTN targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to BNPAFRPP (or BNPAFRPPXXX) will route them to the main head office.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).