SWIFT/BIC code KAUSFI21XXX

KAUSFI21XXX belongs to Kangasniemen Osuuspankki in Kangasniemi, Finland.

KAUSFI21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeKAUSFI21XXX
8-character codeKAUSFI21
Branch codeXXX
BankKangasniemen Osuuspankki
BranchHead office
CityKangasniemi
CountryFinland

How the Kangasniemen Osuuspankki SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

KAUS 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 institution uses SWIFT code KAUSFI21XXX?

KAUSFI21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Kangasniemen Osuuspankki in Kangasniemi, Finland. Use it when a payment to Kangasniemen Osuuspankki does not need a specific branch.

What does each part of KAUSFI21XXX stand for?

KAUS is the bank code of Kangasniemen Osuuspankki, FI is the ISO code of Finland, 21 is the location code and XXX means the main office.

Is KAUSFI21 and KAUSFI21XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. KAUSFI21 is the 8-character version of KAUSFI21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Kangasniemen Osuuspankki in Kangasniemi.

How long does a transfer to Kangasniemen Osuuspankki take in Finland?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need KAUSFI21XXX for a euro transfer to Finland?

Finland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need KAUSFI21XXX.

What happens if I enter KAUSFI21XXX incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check KAUSFI21XXX 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.