SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2TC31
BDFEFR2TC31 belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDFEFR2TC31 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDFEFR2T |
| Branch code | C31 |
| Bank | Banque de France |
| Branch | Cbl - Clientele Bc (C Titres T2s |
| 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.
- C31 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 uses SWIFT code BDFEFR2TC31?
BDFEFR2TC31 identifies Cbl - Clientele Bc (C Titres T2s, part of Banque de France in Paris, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of BDFEFR2TC31 stand for?
BDFE is the institution code of Banque de France, FR stands for France, 2T is the location code and C31 identifies the department Cbl - Clientele Bc (C Titres T2s.
What happens if I enter BDFEFR2TC31 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BDFEFR2TC31 against the details from Banque de France before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque de France?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Can I use BDFEFR2T instead of BDFEFR2TC31?
BDFEFR2T is the head office of Banque de France, while BDFEFR2TC31 is Cbl - Clientele Bc (C Titres T2s. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BDFEFR2TC31.
Has Banque de France got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.