SWIFT/BIC code BIKNLT21XXX
BIKNLT21XXX belongs to Birzu Kredito Unija in Druskininkai, Lithuania.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BIKNLT21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BIKNLT21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Birzu Kredito Unija |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Druskininkai |
| Country | Lithuania |
The way the Birzu Kredito Unija SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BIKN 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BIKNLT21XXX?
BIKNLT21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Birzu Kredito Unija in Druskininkai, Lithuania. Use it when you send money to an account at Birzu Kredito Unija.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Birzu Kredito Unija in Lithuania?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BIKNLT21XXX for a euro transfer to Lithuania?
Lithuania is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BIKNLT21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Birzu Kredito Unija take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is BIKNLT21 and BIKNLT21XXX the same code?
Yes. BIKNLT21 is the 8-character version of BIKNLT21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Birzu Kredito Unija in Druskininkai.
What happens if I use BIKNLT21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BIKNLT21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.