SWIFT/BIC code HELSFIHHXXX
HELSFIHHXXX belongs to Aktia Bank P.L.C. in Helsinki, Finland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELSFIHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELSFIHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Aktia Bank P.L.C. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Helsinki |
| Country | Finland |
How the Aktia Bank P.L.C. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HELS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FI Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HH 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 HELSFIHHXXX?
The code HELSFIHHXXX belongs to the main office of Aktia Bank P.L.C. in Helsinki, Finland. Use it when a payment to Aktia Bank P.L.C. does not need a specific branch.
Does Aktia Bank P.L.C. have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – HELSFIHHXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Aktia Bank P.L.C. in Finland, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Aktia Bank P.L.C. in Finland?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of HELSFIHHXXX stand for?
HELS is the bank code of Aktia Bank P.L.C., FI is the ISO code of Finland, HH is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use HELSFIHHXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HELSFIHHXXX against the details from Aktia Bank P.L.C. before you confirm.
Do I need HELSFIHHXXX 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 do need HELSFIHHXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.