SWIFT/BIC code OSSAFRP1XXX
OSSAFRP1XXX belongs to Ossiam in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OSSAFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OSSAFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ossiam |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the Ossiam SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- OSSA 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code OSSAFRP1XXX?
The code OSSAFRP1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Ossiam in Paris, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Ossiam does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use OSSAFRP1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check OSSAFRP1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need OSSAFRP1XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need OSSAFRP1XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Ossiam?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in OSSAFRP1XXX stand for?
OSSA is the bank code of Ossiam, FR is the ISO code of France, P1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Is OSSAFRP1 and OSSAFRP1XXX the same code?
Yes. OSSAFRP1 is the 8-character version of OSSAFRP1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Ossiam in Paris.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.