SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2TCCB
BDFEFR2TCCB belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDFEFR2TCCB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDFEFR2T |
| Branch code | CCB |
| Bank | Banque de France |
| Branch | Operations Politiques Monetaires (Especes |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How 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.
- CCB 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 uses SWIFT code BDFEFR2TCCB?
BDFEFR2TCCB is the SWIFT/BIC code of Operations Politiques Monetaires (Especes, 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?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BDFEFR2TCCB for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BDFEFR2TCCB.
Has Banque de France got other 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.
Can I use BDFEFR2T instead of BDFEFR2TCCB?
BDFEFR2T points to the main office of Banque de France, while BDFEFR2TCCB points to Operations Politiques Monetaires (Especes. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BDFEFR2TCCB if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BDFEFR2TCCB incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BDFEFR2TCCB 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.