SWIFT/BIC code PEFEFI21XXX
PEFEFI21XXX belongs to Pension Fennia in Helsinki, Finland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PEFEFI21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PEFEFI21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Pension Fennia |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Helsinki |
| Country | Finland |
How the Pension Fennia SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PEFE 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 PEFEFI21XXX?
PEFEFI21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Pension Fennia in Helsinki, Finland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Pension Fennia.
What happens if I enter PEFEFI21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PEFEFI21XXX against the details from Pension Fennia before sending.
Do I need PEFEFI21XXX for a euro transfer to Finland?
Finland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need PEFEFI21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Pension Fennia take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are PEFEFI21 and PEFEFI21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. PEFEFI21 is the 8-character version of PEFEFI21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Pension Fennia in Helsinki.
What is the best way to send money to Pension Fennia?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services 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.