SWIFT/BIC code PAOAFI21XXX
PAOAFI21XXX belongs to Paltamon Osuuspankki in Paltamo, Finland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PAOAFI21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PAOAFI21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Paltamon Osuuspankki |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paltamo |
| Country | Finland |
How the Paltamon Osuuspankki SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PAOA 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 bank uses SWIFT code PAOAFI21XXX?
PAOAFI21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Paltamon Osuuspankki in Paltamo, Finland. Use it when you send money to an account at Paltamon Osuuspankki.
What is the best way to send money to Paltamon Osuuspankki in Finland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of PAOAFI21XXX stand for?
PAOA is the institution code of Paltamon Osuuspankki, FI stands for Finland, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I enter PAOAFI21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PAOAFI21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Does Paltamon Osuuspankki use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – PAOAFI21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Paltamon Osuuspankki in Finland, so there is no branch code to choose.
Is PAOAFI21 and PAOAFI21XXX the same code?
Yes. PAOAFI21 is the short version of PAOAFI21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Paltamon Osuuspankki in Paltamo.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.