SWIFT/BIC code IDCBLALAXXX
IDCBLALAXXX belongs to Indochina Bank LTD in Vientiane, Laos.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IDCBLALAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IDCBLALA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Indochina Bank LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vientiane |
| Country | Laos |
The way the Indochina Bank LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- IDCB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LA 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 BIC IDCBLALAXXX?
The code IDCBLALAXXX belongs to the head office of Indochina Bank LTD in Vientiane, Laos. Use it when you send money to an account at Indochina Bank LTD.
What happens if I use IDCBLALAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check IDCBLALAXXX against the details from Indochina Bank LTD before sending.
Are IDCBLALA and IDCBLALAXXX the same code?
Yes. IDCBLALA is the short version of IDCBLALAXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Indochina Bank LTD in Vientiane.
Does Indochina Bank LTD have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – IDCBLALAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Indochina Bank LTD in Laos, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Indochina Bank LTD?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Laos with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Indochina Bank LTD?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.