SWIFT/BIC code PIOSFI21XXX
PIOSFI21XXX belongs to Pielisen Osuuspankki in Lieksa, Finland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PIOSFI21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PIOSFI21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Pielisen Osuuspankki |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lieksa |
| Country | Finland |
The way the Pielisen Osuuspankki SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PIOS 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 is behind BIC PIOSFI21XXX?
PIOSFI21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Pielisen Osuuspankki in Lieksa, Finland. Use it when a payment to Pielisen Osuuspankki does not need a specific branch.
Does Pielisen Osuuspankki have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – PIOSFI21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Pielisen Osuuspankki in Finland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Pielisen Osuuspankki?
Many banks add several percent 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.
Is PIOSFI21 and PIOSFI21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. PIOSFI21 is the short version of PIOSFI21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Pielisen Osuuspankki in Lieksa.
Do I need PIOSFI21XXX to send euros to Finland?
Finland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need PIOSFI21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Pielisen Osuuspankki?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.