SWIFT/BIC code BFBKFRP1XXX
BFBKFRP1XXX belongs to Bforbank in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BFBKFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BFBKFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bforbank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Bforbank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BFBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- P1 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 is behind BIC BFBKFRP1XXX?
BFBKFRP1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Bforbank in Paris, France. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bforbank.
Does Bforbank have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BFBKFRP1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bforbank in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use BFBKFRP1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BFBKFRP1XXX against the details from Bforbank before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Bforbank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BFBKFRP1XXX stand for?
BFBK is the bank code of Bforbank, FR is the ISO code of France, P1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Is BFBKFRP1 and BFBKFRP1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BFBKFRP1 is the 8-character version of BFBKFRP1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Bforbank in Paris.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.