SWIFT/BIC code PRTTLV22XXX
PRTTLV22XXX belongs to AS 'privatbank' in Riga, Latvia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PRTTLV22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PRTTLV22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | AS 'privatbank' |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Riga |
| Country | Latvia |
How the AS 'privatbank' SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PRTT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LV Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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 PRTTLV22XXX?
PRTTLV22XXX identifies the headquarters of AS 'privatbank' in Riga, Latvia. Use it when a payment to AS 'privatbank' does not need a specific branch.
Does AS 'privatbank' have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, PRTTLV22XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for AS 'privatbank' in Latvia, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to AS 'privatbank' in Latvia?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Are PRTTLV22 and PRTTLV22XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. PRTTLV22 is the short version of PRTTLV22XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to AS 'privatbank' in Riga.
Do I need PRTTLV22XXX for a euro transfer to Latvia?
Latvia is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need PRTTLV22XXX.
How long does a transfer to AS 'privatbank' take in Latvia?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers 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.