SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2TFID

BDFEFR2TFID belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.

BDFEFR2TFID

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBDFEFR2TFID
8-character codeBDFEFR2T
Branch codeFID
BankBanque de France
BranchBanque de France Fiduciaire
CityParis
CountryFrance

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.
FID 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 code BDFEFR2TFID?

BDFEFR2TFID identifies Banque de France Fiduciaire, a unit of Banque de France in Paris, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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 transfer services before you send.

Does Banque de France have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 112 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque de France in France. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use BDFEFR2T instead of BDFEFR2TFID?

BDFEFR2T is the head office of Banque de France, while BDFEFR2TFID points to Banque de France Fiduciaire. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BDFEFR2TFID.

How long does it take to send money to Banque de France?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What do the letters in BDFEFR2TFID stand for?

BDFE is the bank code of Banque de France, FR is the ISO code of France, 2T is the location code and FID is the code of the branch Banque de France Fiduciaire.

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