SWIFT/BIC code LAPUFI21XXX
LAPUFI21XXX belongs to Lapuan Osuuspankki in Lapua, Finland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LAPUFI21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LAPUFI21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Lapuan Osuuspankki |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lapua |
| Country | Finland |
The way the Lapuan Osuuspankki SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LAPU 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 uses BIC LAPUFI21XXX?
LAPUFI21XXX identifies the head office of Lapuan Osuuspankki in Lapua, Finland. It is the code to use when a payment to Lapuan Osuuspankki does not need a specific branch.
Do I need LAPUFI21XXX to send euros to Finland?
Finland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need LAPUFI21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Lapuan Osuuspankki take in Finland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are LAPUFI21 and LAPUFI21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. LAPUFI21 is the 8-character version of LAPUFI21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Lapuan Osuuspankki in Lapua.
What do the letters in LAPUFI21XXX stand for?
LAPU is the bank code of Lapuan Osuuspankki, FI is the ISO code of Finland, 21 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What happens if I enter LAPUFI21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LAPUFI21XXX against the details from Lapuan Osuuspankki before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.