SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFRPPCMI
BDFEFRPPCMI belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDFEFRPPCMI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDFEFRPP |
| Branch code | CMI |
| Bank | Banque de France |
| Branch | Service Post-Marche - Foreign Back Office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way 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).
- PP Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CMI 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/BIC code BDFEFRPPCMI?
The code BDFEFRPPCMI belongs to Service Post-Marche - Foreign Back Office, a unit of Banque de France in Paris, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need BDFEFRPPCMI for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BDFEFRPPCMI.
How long does it take to send money to Banque de France in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Banque de France in France?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BDFEFRPPCMI incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BDFEFRPPCMI against the details from Banque de France before you confirm.
Can I use BDFEFRPP instead of BDFEFRPPCMI?
BDFEFRPP points to the head office of Banque de France, while BDFEFRPPCMI is Service Post-Marche - Foreign Back Office. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BDFEFRPPCMI.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.