SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2TECF

BDFEFR2TECF belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.

BDFEFR2TECF

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBDFEFR2TECF
8-character codeBDFEFR2T
Branch codeECF
BankBanque de France
BranchEcf Compte Miroir
CityParis
CountryFrance

How the Banque de France SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
ECF 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/BIC code BDFEFR2TECF?

The code BDFEFR2TECF belongs to Ecf Compte Miroir, part of Banque de France in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in BDFEFR2TECF stand for?

BDFE is the bank code of Banque de France, FR is the ISO code of France, 2T is the location code and ECF identifies the branch Ecf Compte Miroir.

Does Banque de France have more 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 in France?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use BDFEFR2T instead of BDFEFR2TECF?

BDFEFR2T points to the main office of Banque de France, while BDFEFR2TECF is Ecf Compte Miroir. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BDFEFR2TECF if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter BDFEFR2TECF with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BDFEFR2TECF 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.