SWIFT/BIC code MPBAISREXXX
MPBAISREXXX belongs to Kvika Banki Hf. in Reykjavik, Iceland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MPBAISREXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MPBAISRE |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kvika Banki Hf. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Reykjavik |
| Country | Iceland |
The way the Kvika Banki Hf. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MPBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IS Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- RE 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 is behind SWIFT code MPBAISREXXX?
MPBAISREXXX identifies the headquarters of Kvika Banki Hf. in Reykjavik, Iceland. Use it when a payment to Kvika Banki Hf. does not need a specific branch.
Do I need MPBAISREXXX for a euro transfer to Iceland?
Iceland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need MPBAISREXXX.
How long does a transfer to Kvika Banki Hf. take in Iceland?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are MPBAISRE and MPBAISREXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. MPBAISRE is the short version of MPBAISREXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Kvika Banki Hf. in Reykjavik.
What happens if I enter MPBAISREXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MPBAISREXXX against the details from Kvika Banki Hf. before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Kvika Banki Hf.?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Iceland with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.