SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2T171
BDFEFR2T171 belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDFEFR2T171 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDFEFR2T |
| Branch code | 171 |
| Bank | Banque de France |
| Branch | — |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way 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.
- 171 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2T171?
The code BDFEFR2T171 belongs to Banque de France, part of Banque de France in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Banque de France take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BDFEFR2T171 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 BDFEFR2T171.
Has Banque de France got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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.
Can I use BDFEFR2T instead of BDFEFR2T171?
BDFEFR2T is the head office of Banque de France, while BDFEFR2T171 points to Banque de France. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BDFEFR2T171 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Banque de France in France?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.