SWIFT/BIC code SIOIFI21XXX
SIOIFI21XXX belongs to Simpeleen Osuuspankki in Simpele, Finland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SIOIFI21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SIOIFI21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Simpeleen Osuuspankki |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Simpele |
| Country | Finland |
How the Simpeleen Osuuspankki SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SIOI 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code SIOIFI21XXX?
SIOIFI21XXX identifies the headquarters of Simpeleen Osuuspankki in Simpele, Finland. It is the code to use when a payment to Simpeleen Osuuspankki does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in SIOIFI21XXX mean?
SIOI is the institution code of Simpeleen Osuuspankki, FI is the ISO code of Finland, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What happens if I enter SIOIFI21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SIOIFI21XXX against the details from Simpeleen Osuuspankki before sending.
Does Simpeleen Osuuspankki have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SIOIFI21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Simpeleen Osuuspankki in Finland, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Simpeleen Osuuspankki?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Is SIOIFI21 and SIOIFI21XXX the same code?
Yes. SIOIFI21 is the 8-character version of SIOIFI21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Simpeleen Osuuspankki in Simpele.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.