SWIFT/BIC code FOSOFI21XXX
FOSOFI21XXX belongs to Forssan Seudun Osuuspankki in Forssa, Finland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FOSOFI21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FOSOFI21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Forssan Seudun Osuuspankki |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Forssa |
| Country | Finland |
The way the Forssan Seudun Osuuspankki SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FOSO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FI 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 code FOSOFI21XXX?
FOSOFI21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Forssan Seudun Osuuspankki in Forssa, Finland. It is the code to use when a payment to Forssan Seudun Osuuspankki does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use FOSOFI21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check FOSOFI21XXX against the details from Forssan Seudun Osuuspankki before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Forssan Seudun Osuuspankki in Finland?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Are FOSOFI21 and FOSOFI21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. FOSOFI21 is the short version of FOSOFI21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Forssan Seudun Osuuspankki in Forssa.
Do I need FOSOFI21XXX for a euro transfer to Finland?
Finland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need FOSOFI21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Forssan Seudun Osuuspankki take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.