SWIFT/BIC code LACBLV2XAMS
LACBLV2XAMS belongs to Bank of Latvia in Riga, Latvia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LACBLV2XAMS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LACBLV2X |
| Branch code | AMS |
| Bank | Bank of Latvia |
| Branch | Instant Payments |
| City | Riga |
| Country | Latvia |
The way the Bank of Latvia SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LACB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LV Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2X Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- AMS 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 branch uses BIC LACBLV2XAMS?
LACBLV2XAMS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Instant Payments, part of Bank of Latvia in Riga, Latvia. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Latvia in Latvia?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LACBLV2XAMS to send euros to Latvia?
Latvia is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need LACBLV2XAMS.
What does each part of LACBLV2XAMS stand for?
LACB is the bank code of Bank of Latvia, LV is the ISO code of Latvia, 2X is the location code and AMS is the code of the department Instant Payments.
What happens if I use LACBLV2XAMS incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LACBLV2XAMS against the details from Bank of Latvia before you confirm.
Can I use LACBLV2X instead of LACBLV2XAMS?
LACBLV2X is the head office of Bank of Latvia, while LACBLV2XAMS is Instant Payments. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use LACBLV2XAMS if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.