SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2T101
BDFEFR2T101 belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDFEFR2T101 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDFEFR2T |
| Branch code | 101 |
| 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.
- 101 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 BIC BDFEFR2T101?
The code BDFEFR2T101 belongs to Banque de France, a branch or department of Banque de France in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BDFEFR2T101 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BDFEFR2T101 against the details from Banque de France before you confirm.
Do I need BDFEFR2T101 to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BDFEFR2T101.
How long does a transfer to Banque de France take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use BDFEFR2T instead of BDFEFR2T101?
BDFEFR2T points to the head office of Banque de France, while BDFEFR2T101 points to Banque de France. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BDFEFR2T101.
Has Banque de France got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 112 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque de France in France, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Banque de France.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.