SWIFT/BIC code BBVAFRPPBDF
BBVAFRPPBDF belongs to Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BBVAFRPPBDF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BBVAFRPP |
| Branch code | BDF |
| Bank | Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria |
| Branch | Cnro Internet Cuenta Bco Francia |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BBVA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PP Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BDF 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 branch is behind SWIFT code BBVAFRPPBDF?
The code BBVAFRPPBDF belongs to Cnro Internet Cuenta Bco Francia, part of Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BBVAFRPPBDF to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BBVAFRPPBDF.
Has Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria in France, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use BBVAFRPP instead of BBVAFRPPBDF?
BBVAFRPP points to the main office of Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, while BBVAFRPPBDF points to Cnro Internet Cuenta Bco Francia. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BBVAFRPPBDF if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.