SWIFT/BIC code VIKULT21XXX
VIKULT21XXX belongs to Vilniaus Kredito Unija in Vilnius, Lithuania.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VIKULT21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VIKULT21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Vilniaus Kredito Unija |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vilnius |
| Country | Lithuania |
How the Vilniaus Kredito Unija SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VIKU 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 uses SWIFT code VIKULT21XXX?
VIKULT21XXX identifies the headquarters of Vilniaus Kredito Unija in Vilnius, Lithuania. Use it when you send money to an account at Vilniaus Kredito Unija.
Does Vilniaus Kredito Unija use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, VIKULT21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Vilniaus Kredito Unija in Lithuania, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Vilniaus Kredito Unija in Lithuania?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Do I need VIKULT21XXX to send euros to Lithuania?
Lithuania is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need VIKULT21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Vilniaus Kredito Unija take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are VIKULT21 and VIKULT21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. VIKULT21 is the 8-character version of VIKULT21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Vilniaus Kredito Unija in Vilnius.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.