SWIFT/BIC code HABALV22XXX
HABALV22XXX belongs to Swedbank AS in Riga, Latvia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HABALV22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HABALV22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Swedbank AS |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Riga |
| Country | Latvia |
How the Swedbank AS SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HABA 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HABALV22XXX?
HABALV22XXX identifies the main office of Swedbank AS in Riga, Latvia. Use it when a payment to Swedbank AS does not need a specific branch.
Does Swedbank AS use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, HABALV22XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Swedbank AS in Latvia, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in HABALV22XXX stand for?
HABA is the bank code of Swedbank AS, LV is the ISO code of Latvia, 22 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What happens if I enter HABALV22XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HABALV22XXX against the details from Swedbank AS before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Swedbank AS?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Is HABALV22 and HABALV22XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. HABALV22 is the 8-character version of HABALV22XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Swedbank AS in Riga.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.