SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2T034
BDFEFR2T034 belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDFEFR2T034 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDFEFR2T |
| Branch code | 034 |
| Bank | Banque de France |
| Branch | — |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the Banque de France SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 034 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 uses SWIFT code BDFEFR2T034?
BDFEFR2T034 identifies 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.
What does each part of BDFEFR2T034 mean?
BDFE is the institution code of Banque de France, FR stands for France, 2T is the location code and 034 is the code of the branch Banque de France.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque de France?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use BDFEFR2T034 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BDFEFR2T034 against the details from Banque de France before you confirm.
Can I use BDFEFR2T instead of BDFEFR2T034?
BDFEFR2T points to the main office of Banque de France, while BDFEFR2T034 points to Banque de France. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BDFEFR2T034 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need BDFEFR2T034 for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BDFEFR2T034.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.