SWIFT/BIC code KASILALAXXX
KASILALAXXX belongs to Kasikornthai Bank Limited in Vientiane, Laos.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KASILALAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KASILALA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kasikornthai Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vientiane |
| Country | Laos |
How the Kasikornthai Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KASI 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 bank is behind BIC KASILALAXXX?
KASILALAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Kasikornthai Bank Limited in Vientiane, Laos. It is the code to use when a payment to Kasikornthai Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Kasikornthai Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code KASILALAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Laos is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in KASILALAXXX stand for?
KASI is the bank code of Kasikornthai Bank Limited, LA is the ISO code of Laos, LA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
How long does a transfer to Kasikornthai Bank Limited take in Laos?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does Kasikornthai Bank Limited use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, KASILALAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Kasikornthai Bank Limited in Laos, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Kasikornthai Bank Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Laos with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.