SWIFT/BIC code LCBVLALAXXX
LCBVLALAXXX belongs to Lao Construction Bank in Vientiane, Laos.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LCBVLALAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LCBVLALA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Lao Construction Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vientiane |
| Country | Laos |
The way the Lao Construction Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LCBV Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LA 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 LCBVLALAXXX?
LCBVLALAXXX identifies the main office of Lao Construction Bank in Vientiane, Laos. Use it when a payment to Lao Construction Bank does not need a specific branch.
Does Lao Construction Bank use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – LCBVLALAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Lao Construction Bank in Laos, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to Lao Construction Bank take in Laos?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of LCBVLALAXXX stand for?
LCBV is the bank code of Lao Construction Bank, LA is the ISO code of Laos, LA is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Lao Construction Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code LCBVLALAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Laos uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter LCBVLALAXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LCBVLALAXXX against the details from Lao Construction Bank before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.