SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2TPOM
BDFEFR2TPOM belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDFEFR2TPOM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDFEFR2T |
| Branch code | POM |
| Bank | Banque de France |
| Branch | Ost Refinancement |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
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.
- POM 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
What bank uses SWIFT code BDFEFR2TPOM?
BDFEFR2TPOM identifies Ost Refinancement, a unit of Banque de France in Paris, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BDFEFR2TPOM mean?
BDFE is the bank code of Banque de France, FR stands for France, 2T is the code for the city or region and POM is the code of the department Ost Refinancement.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque de France?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Banque de France?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BDFEFR2TPOM to send euros to France?
France belongs to 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 still need BDFEFR2TPOM.
What happens if I enter BDFEFR2TPOM incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BDFEFR2TPOM 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.