SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2T743
BDFEFR2T743 belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDFEFR2T743 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDFEFR2T |
| Branch code | 743 |
| Bank | Banque de France |
| Branch | Fictive Client.instit. |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
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.
- 743 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2T743?
BDFEFR2T743 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Fictive Client.instit., a branch or department of Banque de France in Paris, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BDFEFR2T743 mean?
BDFE is the bank code of Banque de France, FR stands for France, 2T is the location code and 743 is the code of the department Fictive Client.instit..
Do I need BDFEFR2T743 for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need BDFEFR2T743.
How long does it take to send money to Banque de France?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has Banque de France got other 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.
What is the best way to send money to Banque de France?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.