SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2TXXX
BDFEFR2TXXX belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDFEFR2TXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDFEFR2T |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque de France |
| Branch | Head office |
| 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.
- XXX 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 BDFEFR2TXXX?
BDFEFR2TXXX identifies the headquarters of Banque de France in Paris, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Banque de France does not need a specific branch.
Does Banque de France have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 112 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque de France in France, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Banque de France.
What happens if I enter BDFEFR2TXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BDFEFR2TXXX against the details from Banque de France before sending.
Is BDFEFR2T and BDFEFR2TXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BDFEFR2T is the short version of BDFEFR2TXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Banque de France in Paris.
Do I need BDFEFR2TXXX 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. For other currencies you do need BDFEFR2TXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Banque de France?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.