SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2TFTC
BDFEFR2TFTC belongs to Banque de France in Poitiers, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDFEFR2TFTC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDFEFR2T |
| Branch code | FTC |
| Bank | Banque de France |
| Branch | Banque de France |
| City | Poitiers |
| Country | France |
The way 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.
- FTC 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 BDFEFR2TFTC?
The code BDFEFR2TFTC belongs to Banque de France, a branch or department of Banque de France in Poitiers, France. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BDFEFR2T instead of BDFEFR2TFTC?
BDFEFR2T is the main office of Banque de France, while BDFEFR2TFTC is Banque de France. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BDFEFR2TFTC if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Banque de France in France?
Many banks 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.
Has Banque de France got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 112 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque de France in France, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in BDFEFR2TFTC stand for?
BDFE is the bank code of Banque de France, FR stands for France, 2T is the location code and FTC is the code of the department Banque de France.
What happens if I use BDFEFR2TFTC with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BDFEFR2TFTC against the details from Banque de France before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.