SWIFT/BIC code LAPBLV2XXXX
LAPBLV2XXXX belongs to Latvijas Pasta Banka in Riga, Latvia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LAPBLV2XXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LAPBLV2X |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Latvijas Pasta Banka |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Riga |
| Country | Latvia |
How the Latvijas Pasta Banka SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LAPB 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 is behind SWIFT code LAPBLV2XXXX?
LAPBLV2XXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Latvijas Pasta Banka in Riga, Latvia. Use it when you send money to an account at Latvijas Pasta Banka.
Do I need LAPBLV2XXXX to send euros to Latvia?
Latvia belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need LAPBLV2XXXX.
How long does a transfer to Latvijas Pasta Banka take in Latvia?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is LAPBLV2X and LAPBLV2XXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. LAPBLV2X is the short version of LAPBLV2XXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Latvijas Pasta Banka in Riga.
What happens if I use LAPBLV2XXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LAPBLV2XXXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Latvijas Pasta Banka?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.