Oddo et Cie SWIFT/BIC code

ODDOFRPA – the SWIFT/BIC code of Oddo et Cie

ODDOFRPA and ODDOFRPAXXX are the short and the long form of the same bank identifier, and both lead to Oddo et Cie in Paris. A SWIFT code tells every bank in the chain exactly which bank should receive the money. In practice you usually come across it on invoices from abroad, in your banking app and on the account details that Oddo et Cie provides.

On this page we explain how the code is put together, when you need it and what else a transfer to or from Oddo et Cie requires. Keep in mind that the BIC just identifies the bank, not the account: the IBAN or account number takes care of that.

How up to date is this code?

This directory is compiled from public sources. It is possible that information here is no longer current, for example after a merger. Counts and locations come from our own dataset and may differ from what Oddo et Cie publishes.

Treat the information on this page as a handy check and rely on the recipient or Oddo et Cie for the final confirmation. We are an independent comparison site and not affiliated with Oddo et Cie. If you notice something that is out of date, we appreciate a message.

Sending EUR to Oddo et Cie

The currency of France is the Euro (EUR). Money sent in a different currency is converted into EUR – and the bank that does it picks the rate. You rarely see a separate line for that conversion – the cost sits in the rate.

Who does the conversion has an effect on how much arrives, as rates and margins differ per bank. Check what EUR the recipient gets via several providers.

The rate for EUR changes constantly and quotes are often valid only for a short time. For recurring payments, small differences in the rate add up over time.

Transfer times and tracking a payment to Oddo et Cie

How quickly a transfer reaches Oddo et Cie depends on several factors: the currency, the number of banks in between, cut-off times and time zones. Payments made late in the day or on a weekend or public holiday often start a business day later. Sometimes a bank asks what the payment is for, which can hold things up.

If a transfer is late, contact your bank for the status; with that reference banks can see where the payment is. Keep your transfer receipt; it contains the details a bank needs to start a trace.

A missing payment has to be investigated by the sending bank, using the payment confirmation. As a recipient, you can look at your statements to see a slightly lower amount, since fees may have been deducted.

Why Oddo et Cie has an 8- and an 11-character code

The structure of a BIC is always the same: a bank code of four letters, two for the country and two for the location. The result is ODDOFRPA for Oddo et Cie.

The 11-character version adds a three-character extension for a branch or department. If the last three are XXX, the code points to the head office, which is why ODDOFRPAXXX and ODDOFRPA lead to the same place.

In practice the code is written in capitals, without spaces or dashes. Copying the code beats retyping it: a typo can point to another bank.

Euro transfers to Oddo et Cie: is a BIC needed?

France is a member of the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA). For a standard euro transfer within SEPA, the IBAN is usually enough and the BIC is often filled in automatically.

You still need ODDOFRPAXXX when sending non-euro payments or transfers from countries outside SEPA. If a payment form has a field for the BIC anyway, entering ODDOFRPA does no harm.

Euro payments within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, and instant transfers in seconds where both banks support them. As long as the payment stays in euros, a SEPA transfer tends to be cheap.

Choosing between the 8 SWIFT codes of Oddo et Cie

Our directory lists 8 SWIFT/BIC codes for Oddo et Cie, spread over 1 cities. Besides the head office code ODDOFRPAXXX, you will find codes for branches, departments or specific services.

In most cases there is no need to look up a branch: payments sent to ODDOFRPAXXX reach Oddo et Cie without problems. Only use a branch code when the account holder explicitly asks for it, for example on a letter or invoice.

Not sure which code to use? Ask the recipient or the bank itself. Codes for branches are more likely to be retired than ODDOFRPAXXX when a bank merges or closes offices.

What to give a sender who pays you at Oddo et Cie

To receive a transfer from abroad into your account at Oddo et Cie, the sender has to have not just the BIC. That means: your full name exactly as it appears on the account, your IBAN or account number, the BIC ODDOFRPAXXX (or ODDOFRPA) and usually your postal address.

It helps to include the bank name and its city as well, because some payment forms have separate fields for them. A typo in your account number can be harder to fix than you might think; copy them from your banking app rather than typing.

Expect that the incoming amount is smaller than the amount on the sender’s receipt. Fees for incoming transfers differ per bank; check the price list of Oddo et Cie. Make clear with the sender who covers the fees.

Sending money abroad from Oddo et Cie

A bank transfer abroad costs more than the fee suggests. On top of the transfer fee, correspondent or intermediary banks may take a cut, and if currencies are converted the bank usually applies a rate that is less favourable than the actual market rate.

The real cost is often in the rate, not in the fee: the bank converts using an exchange rate with a margin built in. Check their rate against the mid-market rate, the midpoint between buy and sell rates you see on financial sites. The difference is your real conversion cost.

Specialist money transfer services frequently offer a rate near the mid-market rate. GoldexPay compares transfer providers side by side, showing the amount the recipient gets for the same amount sent. You can always keep your account at Oddo et Cie, while a cheaper service handles the conversion.

Scams that use SWIFT codes

Scammers regularly use payment requests with new bank details sent from what looks like a familiar address. A correct SWIFT code tells you nothing about who owns the account – scammers simply use real codes.

Verify new bank details through a separate channel. Watch out for urgent requests, odd spelling or an email address that differs by one letter. Already paid? Call your bank straight away and ask them to start a recall.

People receiving money are targeted too: a classic trick is a buyer who pays too much and then sends a request to send back the difference to another account. Do not act before the money has really arrived – ask Oddo et Cie if something looks wrong.

Verifying the SWIFT code of Oddo et Cie

Ask the recipient to send you their account details straight from their online banking. If the code you have differs from ODDOFRPA or ODDOFRPAXXX, do not guess – contact the recipient or Oddo et Cie.

A wrong SWIFT code may lead to delays, a payment being sent back or additional charges along the way. Remember the account number: an error there can be harder to undo than a wrong code.

A validity check by your bank only tells you that the IBAN is valid. If your bank offers it, a payee name check on the recipient gives an extra layer of safety. When you pay someone new, many people start with a small test amount and wait for confirmation.