SWIFT/BIC code LDBBLALAXXX
LDBBLALAXXX belongs to Lao Development Bank in Vientiane, Laos.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LDBBLALAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LDBBLALA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Lao Development Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vientiane |
| Country | Laos |
How the Lao Development Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LDBB 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code LDBBLALAXXX?
LDBBLALAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Lao Development Bank in Vientiane, Laos. Use it when a payment to Lao Development Bank does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Lao Development Bank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Laos with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Are LDBBLALA and LDBBLALAXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. LDBBLALA is the 8-character version of LDBBLALAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Lao Development Bank in Vientiane.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Lao Development Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code LDBBLALAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Laos is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of LDBBLALAXXX stand for?
LDBB is the bank code of Lao Development Bank, LA is the ISO code of Laos, LA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
How long does it take to send money to Lao Development Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.