SWIFT/BIC code BFLLLALAXXX

BFLLLALAXXX belongs to Banque Franco-Lao LTD in Vientiane, Laos.

BFLLLALAXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBFLLLALAXXX
8-character codeBFLLLALA
Branch codeXXX
BankBanque Franco-Lao LTD
BranchHead office
CityVientiane
CountryLaos

How the Banque Franco-Lao LTD SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

BFLL Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
LA Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
LA 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 institution uses SWIFT code BFLLLALAXXX?

BFLLLALAXXX identifies the main office of Banque Franco-Lao LTD in Vientiane, Laos. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banque Franco-Lao LTD.

What is the best way to send money to Banque Franco-Lao LTD in Laos?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Laos with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Are BFLLLALA and BFLLLALAXXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. BFLLLALA is the 8-character version of BFLLLALAXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Banque Franco-Lao LTD in Vientiane.

What happens if I enter BFLLLALAXXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BFLLLALAXXX with the recipient before you confirm.

Does Banque Franco-Lao LTD have a single SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, BFLLLALAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banque Franco-Lao LTD in Laos, so there is no branch code to choose.

What does each part of BFLLLALAXXX mean?

BFLL is the bank code of Banque Franco-Lao LTD, LA is the ISO code of Laos, LA is the location code 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.