SWIFT/BIC code VIOUFI21XXX
VIOUFI21XXX belongs to Vimpelin Osuuspankki in Vimpeli, Finland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VIOUFI21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VIOUFI21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Vimpelin Osuuspankki |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vimpeli |
| Country | Finland |
How the Vimpelin Osuuspankki SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VIOU 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 bank is behind SWIFT code VIOUFI21XXX?
VIOUFI21XXX identifies the head office of Vimpelin Osuuspankki in Vimpeli, Finland. Use it when a payment to Vimpelin Osuuspankki does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use VIOUFI21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check VIOUFI21XXX against the details from Vimpelin Osuuspankki before you confirm.
Do I need VIOUFI21XXX to send euros to Finland?
Finland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need VIOUFI21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Vimpelin Osuuspankki in Finland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are VIOUFI21 and VIOUFI21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. VIOUFI21 is the 8-character version of VIOUFI21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Vimpelin Osuuspankki in Vimpeli.
Does Vimpelin Osuuspankki have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, VIOUFI21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Vimpelin Osuuspankki in Finland, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.