SWIFT/BIC code SIKNLT21XXX
SIKNLT21XXX belongs to Siauliu Kredito Unija in Vilnius, Lithuania.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SIKNLT21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SIKNLT21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Siauliu Kredito Unija |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vilnius |
| Country | Lithuania |
How the Siauliu Kredito Unija SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SIKN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LT 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 is behind SWIFT code SIKNLT21XXX?
SIKNLT21XXX identifies the head office of Siauliu Kredito Unija in Vilnius, Lithuania. Use it when you send money to an account at Siauliu Kredito Unija.
What does each part of SIKNLT21XXX mean?
SIKN is the institution code of Siauliu Kredito Unija, LT stands for Lithuania, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I enter SIKNLT21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SIKNLT21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Is SIKNLT21 and SIKNLT21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SIKNLT21 is the 8-character version of SIKNLT21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Siauliu Kredito Unija in Vilnius.
Do I need SIKNLT21XXX to send euros to Lithuania?
Lithuania belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need SIKNLT21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Siauliu Kredito Unija in Lithuania?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.