SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2TWAL
BDFEFR2TWAL belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDFEFR2TWAL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDFEFR2T |
| Branch code | WAL |
| Bank | Banque de France |
| Branch | — |
| 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.
- WAL 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 is behind SWIFT code BDFEFR2TWAL?
BDFEFR2TWAL identifies Banque de France, 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 BDFEFR2TWAL stand for?
BDFE is the bank code of Banque de France, FR is the ISO code of France, 2T is the code for the city or region and WAL is the code of the department Banque de France.
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.
Can I use BDFEFR2T instead of BDFEFR2TWAL?
BDFEFR2T points to the main office of Banque de France, while BDFEFR2TWAL points to Banque de France. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BDFEFR2TWAL.
What happens if I use BDFEFR2TWAL incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BDFEFR2TWAL against the details from Banque de France before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque de France?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.