SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2T292
BDFEFR2T292 belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDFEFR2T292 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDFEFR2T |
| Branch code | 292 |
| 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.
- 292 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 BIC BDFEFR2T292?
BDFEFR2T292 identifies Banque de France, a unit of Banque de France in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need BDFEFR2T292 to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BDFEFR2T292.
How long does a transfer to Banque de France take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter BDFEFR2T292 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BDFEFR2T292 with the recipient before sending.
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. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in BDFEFR2T292 mean?
BDFE is the bank code of Banque de France, FR is the ISO code of France, 2T is the code for the city or region and 292 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.