SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2T026

BDFEFR2T026 belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.

BDFEFR2T026

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBDFEFR2T026
8-character codeBDFEFR2T
Branch code026
BankBanque de France
Branch—
CityParis
CountryFrance

How the Banque de France SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

BDFE Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
FR Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
2T Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
026 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

What bank is behind BIC BDFEFR2T026?

The code BDFEFR2T026 belongs to Banque de France, a unit of Banque de France in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Banque de France take in France?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need BDFEFR2T026 for a euro transfer to France?

France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need BDFEFR2T026.

What do the letters in BDFEFR2T026 stand for?

BDFE is the bank code of Banque de France, FR is the ISO code of France, 2T is the location code and 026 identifies the branch Banque de France.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque de France in France?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I enter BDFEFR2T026 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BDFEFR2T026 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.