SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2T4CB
BDFEFR2T4CB belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDFEFR2T4CB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDFEFR2T |
| Branch code | 4CB |
| Bank | Banque de France |
| Branch | Bdf Facturation T2s |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How 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.
- 4CB 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 is behind BIC BDFEFR2T4CB?
BDFEFR2T4CB identifies Bdf Facturation T2s, part of Banque de France in Paris, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BDFEFR2T instead of BDFEFR2T4CB?
BDFEFR2T is the main office of Banque de France, while BDFEFR2T4CB is Bdf Facturation T2s. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BDFEFR2T4CB if the recipient asks for it.
Has Banque de France got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 112 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque de France in France. All of them are listed on the page of Banque de France.
Do I need BDFEFR2T4CB for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BDFEFR2T4CB.
How long does a transfer to Banque de France take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use BDFEFR2T4CB incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BDFEFR2T4CB with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.