SWIFT/BIC code VIKILT21XXX
VIKILT21XXX belongs to Vilaviskio Kredito Unija in Vilkaviskis, Lithuania.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VIKILT21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VIKILT21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Vilaviskio Kredito Unija |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vilkaviskis |
| Country | Lithuania |
How the Vilaviskio Kredito Unija SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VIKI 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
What bank uses BIC VIKILT21XXX?
VIKILT21XXX identifies the main office of Vilaviskio Kredito Unija in Vilkaviskis, Lithuania. Use it when you send money to an account at Vilaviskio Kredito Unija.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Vilaviskio Kredito Unija in Lithuania?
Many banks add several percent 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 happens if I use VIKILT21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check VIKILT21XXX against the details from Vilaviskio Kredito Unija before sending.
Do I need VIKILT21XXX for a euro transfer to Lithuania?
Lithuania is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need VIKILT21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Vilaviskio Kredito Unija in Lithuania?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are VIKILT21 and VIKILT21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. VIKILT21 is the 8-character version of VIKILT21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Vilaviskio Kredito Unija in Vilkaviskis.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.