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SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2T131

BDFEFR2T131 belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.

BDFEFR2T131

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBDFEFR2T131
8-character codeBDFEFR2T
Branch code131
BankBanque de France
Branch—
CityParis
CountryFrance

The way 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.
131 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/BIC code BDFEFR2T131?

BDFEFR2T131 is the SWIFT/BIC code of 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.

Can I use BDFEFR2T instead of BDFEFR2T131?

BDFEFR2T is the main office of Banque de France, while BDFEFR2T131 is Banque de France. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BDFEFR2T131.

Does Banque de France have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 112 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque de France in France. All of them are listed on the page of Banque de France.

How long does it take to send money to Banque de France?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need BDFEFR2T131 for a euro transfer to France?

France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BDFEFR2T131.

What does each part of BDFEFR2T131 mean?

BDFE is the bank code of Banque de France, FR is the ISO code of France, 2T is the location code and 131 identifies the branch Banque de France.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.