SWIFT/BIC code BIGKLV21XXX
BIGKLV21XXX belongs to Bigbank AS Latvia Branch in Riga, Latvia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BIGKLV21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BIGKLV21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bigbank AS Latvia Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Riga |
| Country | Latvia |
The way the Bigbank AS Latvia Branch SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BIGK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LV 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 institution uses BIC BIGKLV21XXX?
The code BIGKLV21XXX belongs to the main office of Bigbank AS Latvia Branch in Riga, Latvia. Use it when you send money to an account at Bigbank AS Latvia Branch.
Are BIGKLV21 and BIGKLV21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BIGKLV21 is the short version of BIGKLV21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Bigbank AS Latvia Branch in Riga.
Do I need BIGKLV21XXX for a euro transfer to Latvia?
Latvia is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BIGKLV21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Bigbank AS Latvia Branch in Latvia?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter BIGKLV21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BIGKLV21XXX against the details from Bigbank AS Latvia Branch before sending.
What do the letters in BIGKLV21XXX mean?
BIGK is the bank code of Bigbank AS Latvia Branch, LV stands for Latvia, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.