SWIFT/BIC code SOOSFI21XXX
SOOSFI21XXX belongs to Somerniemen Osuuspankki in Somerniemi, Finland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOOSFI21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOOSFI21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Somerniemen Osuuspankki |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Somerniemi |
| Country | Finland |
The way the Somerniemen Osuuspankki SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOOS 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 code SOOSFI21XXX?
SOOSFI21XXX identifies the main office of Somerniemen Osuuspankki in Somerniemi, Finland. Use it when a payment to Somerniemen Osuuspankki does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Somerniemen Osuuspankki?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in SOOSFI21XXX stand for?
SOOS is the bank code of Somerniemen Osuuspankki, FI is the ISO code of Finland, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I use SOOSFI21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SOOSFI21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Is SOOSFI21 and SOOSFI21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SOOSFI21 is the short version of SOOSFI21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Somerniemen Osuuspankki in Somerniemi.
How long does a transfer to Somerniemen Osuuspankki take in Finland?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. 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.