SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2TFI1

BDFEFR2TFI1 belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.

BDFEFR2TFI1

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBDFEFR2TFI1
8-character codeBDFEFR2T
Branch codeFI1
BankBanque de France
BranchNeutralisation
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.
FI1 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2TFI1?

BDFEFR2TFI1 identifies Neutralisation, part of Banque de France in Paris, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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.

Can I use BDFEFR2T instead of BDFEFR2TFI1?

BDFEFR2T points to the main office of Banque de France, while BDFEFR2TFI1 is Neutralisation. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BDFEFR2TFI1 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use BDFEFR2TFI1 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BDFEFR2TFI1 with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the cheapest 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 – the difference can be large.

Do I need BDFEFR2TFI1 to send euros to France?

France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BDFEFR2TFI1.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.