SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2TSPE
BDFEFR2TSPE belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDFEFR2TSPE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDFEFR2T |
| Branch code | SPE |
| Bank | Banque de France |
| Branch | Seri-Contingence |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the Banque de France SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- SPE 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 BIC BDFEFR2TSPE?
BDFEFR2TSPE identifies Seri-Contingence, a unit of Banque de France in Paris, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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.
Can I use BDFEFR2T instead of BDFEFR2TSPE?
BDFEFR2T points to the main office of Banque de France, while BDFEFR2TSPE points to Seri-Contingence. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BDFEFR2TSPE.
How long does a transfer to Banque de France take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BDFEFR2TSPE for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BDFEFR2TSPE.
What do the letters in BDFEFR2TSPE mean?
BDFE is the institution code of Banque de France, FR stands for France, 2T is the code for the city or region and SPE identifies the department Seri-Contingence.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.