SWIFT/BIC code BIGKLT21XXX
BIGKLT21XXX belongs to Bigbank AS Lithuania Branch in Vilnius, Lithuania.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BIGKLT21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BIGKLT21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bigbank AS Lithuania Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vilnius |
| Country | Lithuania |
The way the Bigbank AS Lithuania Branch SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BIGK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LT 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
Which bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BIGKLT21XXX?
The code BIGKLT21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Bigbank AS Lithuania Branch in Vilnius, Lithuania. Use it when you send money to an account at Bigbank AS Lithuania Branch.
Are BIGKLT21 and BIGKLT21XXX the same code?
Yes. BIGKLT21 is the 8-character version of BIGKLT21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Bigbank AS Lithuania Branch in Vilnius.
What happens if I use BIGKLT21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BIGKLT21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Bigbank AS Lithuania Branch take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BIGKLT21XXX to send euros to Lithuania?
Lithuania is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BIGKLT21XXX.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bigbank AS Lithuania Branch in Lithuania?
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.