SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2TFAC
BDFEFR2TFAC belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDFEFR2TFAC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDFEFR2T |
| Branch code | FAC |
| Bank | Banque de France |
| Branch | Bdf Facturation |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
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.
- FAC 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 SWIFT code BDFEFR2TFAC?
BDFEFR2TFAC identifies Bdf Facturation, part of Banque de France in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BDFEFR2TFAC incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BDFEFR2TFAC with the recipient before sending.
Do I need BDFEFR2TFAC for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of 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 do need BDFEFR2TFAC.
How long does it take to send money to Banque de France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of BDFEFR2TFAC mean?
BDFE is the bank code of Banque de France, FR is the ISO code of France, 2T is the location code and FAC is the code of the department Bdf Facturation.
Can I use BDFEFR2T instead of BDFEFR2TFAC?
BDFEFR2T points to the head office of Banque de France, while BDFEFR2TFAC points to Bdf Facturation. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BDFEFR2TFAC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.