SWIFT/BIC code BLIBLV22XXX
BLIBLV22XXX belongs to Baltic International Bank in Riga, Latvia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BLIBLV22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BLIBLV22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Baltic International Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Riga |
| Country | Latvia |
How the Baltic International Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BLIB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LV Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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 BLIBLV22XXX?
BLIBLV22XXX identifies the headquarters of Baltic International Bank in Riga, Latvia. Use it when you send money to an account at Baltic International Bank.
What do the letters in BLIBLV22XXX mean?
BLIB is the institution code of Baltic International Bank, LV stands for Latvia, 22 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Do I need BLIBLV22XXX to send euros to Latvia?
Latvia is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BLIBLV22XXX.
How long does a transfer to Baltic International Bank take in Latvia?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are BLIBLV22 and BLIBLV22XXX the same code?
Yes. BLIBLV22 is the 8-character version of BLIBLV22XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Baltic International Bank in Riga.
What happens if I enter BLIBLV22XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BLIBLV22XXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.