SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2TOPC

BDFEFR2TOPC belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.

BDFEFR2TOPC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBDFEFR2TOPC
8-character codeBDFEFR2T
Branch codeOPC
BankBanque de France
BranchOpcvm
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.
OPC 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 uses SWIFT code BDFEFR2TOPC?

BDFEFR2TOPC identifies Opcvm, a branch or department of Banque de France in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of BDFEFR2TOPC mean?

BDFE is the institution code of Banque de France, FR stands for France, 2T is the location code and OPC is the code of the department Opcvm.

Can I use BDFEFR2T instead of BDFEFR2TOPC?

BDFEFR2T is the head office of Banque de France, while BDFEFR2TOPC points to Opcvm. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BDFEFR2TOPC if the recipient asks for it.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need BDFEFR2TOPC for a euro transfer to France?

France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need BDFEFR2TOPC.

What happens if I enter BDFEFR2TOPC with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BDFEFR2TOPC 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.