SWIFT/BIC code LACBLV2XXXX
LACBLV2XXXX belongs to Bank of Latvia in Riga, Latvia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LACBLV2XXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LACBLV2X |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Latvia |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Riga |
| Country | Latvia |
How the Bank of Latvia SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 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 uses SWIFT code LACBLV2XXXX?
LACBLV2XXXX identifies the main office of Bank of Latvia in Riga, Latvia. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank of Latvia does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter LACBLV2XXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LACBLV2XXXX against the details from Bank of Latvia before sending.
Do I need LACBLV2XXXX for a euro transfer to Latvia?
Latvia is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need LACBLV2XXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Latvia?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in LACBLV2XXXX mean?
LACB is the bank code of Bank of Latvia, LV is the ISO code of Latvia, 2X is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Is LACBLV2X and LACBLV2XXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. LACBLV2X is the 8-character version of LACBLV2XXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Bank of Latvia in Riga.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.