BDFEFR2TFTC — BANQUE DE FRANCE
BDFEFR2TFTC is the SWIFT/BIC code for BANQUE DE FRANCE in POITIERS, France — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
BDFEFR2TFTC is the SWIFT/BIC code for BANQUE DE FRANCE in POITIERS, France. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: BDFEFR2T
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | BANQUE DE FRANCE |
| Country | France (FR) |
| Location Code | 2T |
| Branch | BANQUE DE FRANCE |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code BDFEFR2TFTC belong to?
The SWIFT code BDFEFR2TFTC identifies BANQUE DE FRANCE in POITIERS, France. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code BDFEFR2TFTC mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of BDFEFR2TFTC are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (BDFE) represent the bank code for BANQUE DE FRANCE; characters 5-6 (FR) indicate the country code for France; characters 7-8 (2T) specify the location code; and the final characters (FTC) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code BDFEFR2TFTC active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) BDFEFR2TFTC is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2T' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code BDFEFR2T instead of BDFEFR2TFTC?
Yes. The 8-character code BDFEFR2T represents the primary headquarters of BANQUE DE FRANCE. The 11-character code BDFEFR2TFTC targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to BDFEFR2T (or BDFEFR2TXXX) will route them to the main head office.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).