SWIFT/BIC code LAOKFI21XXX
LAOKFI21XXX belongs to Lansi-Kymen Osuuspankki in Elimaki, Finland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LAOKFI21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LAOKFI21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Lansi-Kymen Osuuspankki |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Elimaki |
| Country | Finland |
The way the Lansi-Kymen Osuuspankki SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LAOK 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code LAOKFI21XXX?
The code LAOKFI21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Lansi-Kymen Osuuspankki in Elimaki, Finland. Use it when a payment to Lansi-Kymen Osuuspankki does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lansi-Kymen Osuuspankki?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Lansi-Kymen Osuuspankki have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – LAOKFI21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Lansi-Kymen Osuuspankki in Finland, so there is no branch code to choose.
What does each part of LAOKFI21XXX mean?
LAOK is the bank code of Lansi-Kymen Osuuspankki, FI stands for Finland, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Is LAOKFI21 and LAOKFI21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. LAOKFI21 is the short version of LAOKFI21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Lansi-Kymen Osuuspankki in Elimaki.
What happens if I use LAOKFI21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LAOKFI21XXX 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.