SWIFT/BIC code OVIEFR21XXX
OVIEFR21XXX belongs to Oradea Vie SA in Puteaux, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OVIEFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OVIEFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Oradea Vie SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Puteaux |
| Country | France |
How the Oradea Vie SA SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- OVIE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code OVIEFR21XXX?
The code OVIEFR21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Oradea Vie SA in Puteaux, France. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Oradea Vie SA.
What is the best way to send money to Oradea Vie SA?
Many banks 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.
Is OVIEFR21 and OVIEFR21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. OVIEFR21 is the short version of OVIEFR21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Oradea Vie SA in Puteaux.
Do I need OVIEFR21XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of 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 OVIEFR21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Oradea Vie SA take in France?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in OVIEFR21XXX stand for?
OVIE is the bank code of Oradea Vie SA, FR stands for France, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.