SWIFT/BIC code KANPFI21XXX
KANPFI21XXX belongs to Kantasaastopankki Oy in Hameenlinna, Finland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KANPFI21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KANPFI21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kantasaastopankki Oy |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hameenlinna |
| Country | Finland |
How the Kantasaastopankki Oy SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KANP 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 BIC KANPFI21XXX?
KANPFI21XXX identifies the main office of Kantasaastopankki Oy in Hameenlinna, Finland. Use it when you send money to an account at Kantasaastopankki Oy.
What do the letters in KANPFI21XXX mean?
KANP is the institution code of Kantasaastopankki Oy, FI stands for Finland, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
How long does a transfer to Kantasaastopankki Oy take in Finland?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need KANPFI21XXX to send euros to Finland?
Finland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need KANPFI21XXX.
Is KANPFI21 and KANPFI21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. KANPFI21 is the short version of KANPFI21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Kantasaastopankki Oy in Hameenlinna.
What happens if I enter KANPFI21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check KANPFI21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.