SWIFT/BIC code OUOSFI21XXX
OUOSFI21XXX belongs to Oulaisten Osuuspankki in Oulainen, Finland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OUOSFI21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OUOSFI21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Oulaisten Osuuspankki |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Oulainen |
| Country | Finland |
The way the Oulaisten Osuuspankki SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- OUOS 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code OUOSFI21XXX?
OUOSFI21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Oulaisten Osuuspankki in Oulainen, Finland. It is the code to use when a payment to Oulaisten Osuuspankki does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Oulaisten Osuuspankki?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need OUOSFI21XXX to send euros to Finland?
Finland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need OUOSFI21XXX.
What do the letters in OUOSFI21XXX stand for?
OUOS is the institution code of Oulaisten Osuuspankki, FI stands for Finland, 21 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
How long does it take to send money to Oulaisten Osuuspankki?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is OUOSFI21 and OUOSFI21XXX the same code?
Yes. OUOSFI21 is the 8-character version of OUOSFI21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Oulaisten Osuuspankki in Oulainen.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.