SWIFT/BIC code PYOSFI21XXX
PYOSFI21XXX belongs to Pyhalaakson Osuuspankki in Haapavesi, Finland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PYOSFI21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PYOSFI21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Pyhalaakson Osuuspankki |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Haapavesi |
| Country | Finland |
The way the Pyhalaakson Osuuspankki SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PYOS 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 institution uses SWIFT code PYOSFI21XXX?
PYOSFI21XXX identifies the main office of Pyhalaakson Osuuspankki in Haapavesi, Finland. Use it when a payment to Pyhalaakson Osuuspankki does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Pyhalaakson Osuuspankki?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need PYOSFI21XXX for a euro transfer to Finland?
Finland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need PYOSFI21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Pyhalaakson Osuuspankki take in Finland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is PYOSFI21 and PYOSFI21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. PYOSFI21 is the 8-character version of PYOSFI21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Pyhalaakson Osuuspankki in Haapavesi.
What do the letters in PYOSFI21XXX mean?
PYOS is the bank code of Pyhalaakson Osuuspankki, FI is the ISO code of Finland, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.