SWIFT/BIC code VKSKFIHHXXX
VKSKFIHHXXX belongs to State Treasury in Helsinki, Finland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VKSKFIHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VKSKFIHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | State Treasury |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Helsinki |
| Country | Finland |
How the State Treasury SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VKSK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FI Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HH 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 VKSKFIHHXXX?
The code VKSKFIHHXXX belongs to the head office of State Treasury in Helsinki, Finland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at State Treasury.
What is the best way to send money to State Treasury in Finland?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Does State Treasury use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, VKSKFIHHXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for State Treasury in Finland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I enter VKSKFIHHXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check VKSKFIHHXXX with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in VKSKFIHHXXX mean?
VKSK is the institution code of State Treasury, FI stands for Finland, HH is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Is VKSKFIHH and VKSKFIHHXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. VKSKFIHH is the short version of VKSKFIHHXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach State Treasury in Helsinki.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.