SWIFT/BIC code LAOIFI21XXX
LAOIFI21XXX belongs to Lansi-Uudenmaan Osuuspankki in Lohja, Finland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LAOIFI21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LAOIFI21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Lansi-Uudenmaan Osuuspankki |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lohja |
| Country | Finland |
The way the Lansi-Uudenmaan Osuuspankki SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LAOI 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 is behind BIC LAOIFI21XXX?
The code LAOIFI21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Lansi-Uudenmaan Osuuspankki in Lohja, Finland. Use it when you send money to an account at Lansi-Uudenmaan Osuuspankki.
What happens if I use LAOIFI21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LAOIFI21XXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Lansi-Uudenmaan Osuuspankki take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need LAOIFI21XXX 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. If you send another currency you still need LAOIFI21XXX.
Are LAOIFI21 and LAOIFI21XXX the same code?
Yes. LAOIFI21 is the 8-character version of LAOIFI21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Lansi-Uudenmaan Osuuspankki in Lohja.
What does each part of LAOIFI21XXX mean?
LAOI is the bank code of Lansi-Uudenmaan Osuuspankki, FI is the ISO code of Finland, 21 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.