SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2TSFP
BDFEFR2TSFP belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDFEFR2TSFP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDFEFR2T |
| Branch code | SFP |
| Bank | Banque de France |
| Branch | Fonds Propres (Prets Euros |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
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.
- SFP 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/BIC code BDFEFR2TSFP?
BDFEFR2TSFP is the SWIFT/BIC code of Fonds Propres (Prets Euros, a unit of Banque de France in Paris, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need BDFEFR2TSFP to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need BDFEFR2TSFP.
How long does a transfer to Banque de France take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of BDFEFR2TSFP stand for?
BDFE is the institution code of Banque de France, FR stands for France, 2T is the code for the city or region and SFP is the code of the branch Fonds Propres (Prets Euros.
What happens if I enter BDFEFR2TSFP with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BDFEFR2TSFP with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Banque de France have more 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.