SWIFT/BIC code GOSBLV21XXX
GOSBLV21XXX belongs to Global Overseas Bank A.d. in Riga, Latvia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GOSBLV21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GOSBLV21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Global Overseas Bank A.d. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Riga |
| Country | Latvia |
The way the Global Overseas Bank A.d. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GOSB 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
What bank uses SWIFT code GOSBLV21XXX?
GOSBLV21XXX identifies the main office of Global Overseas Bank A.d. in Riga, Latvia. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Global Overseas Bank A.d..
What happens if I use GOSBLV21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GOSBLV21XXX against the details from Global Overseas Bank A.d. before you confirm.
Does Global Overseas Bank A.d. use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GOSBLV21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Global Overseas Bank A.d. in Latvia, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Do I need GOSBLV21XXX to send euros to Latvia?
Latvia is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need GOSBLV21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Global Overseas Bank A.d.?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is GOSBLV21 and GOSBLV21XXX the same code?
Yes. GOSBLV21 is the short version of GOSBLV21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Global Overseas Bank A.d. in Riga.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.