SWIFT Code VOSPFI21 — VORA SPARBANK, VORA
Verified SWIFT/BIC code for VORA SPARBANK in VORA, Finland. Use this code for international wire transfers.
VORA
VORA SPARBANK · Finland
SWIFT / BIC Code
VOSPFI21
Code Breakdown
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Branch
VORA
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FI
Connection Status
Active
About SWIFT Code VOSPFI21 — VORA SPARBANK, VORA
SWIFT code VOSPFI21 is the official 8-character head-office BIC (Bank Identifier Code) for VORA SPARBANK in VORA, Finland. Standardised under ISO 9362 and maintained by the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT), this code is used exclusively for cross-border wire transfers and is recognised by financial institutions in over 200 countries.
This code must be provided to the sender when receiving money from abroad, and is required by VORA SPARBANK for all outward international remittances from VORA. Without the correct SWIFT code, international transfers to or from this branch cannot be processed.
How to Read SWIFT Code VOSPFI21
The code VOSPFI21 follows the ISO 9362 standard and breaks down as follows:
| Segment | Value | Length | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bank Code | VOSP | 4 letters | Identifies VORA SPARBANK as the institution |
| Country Code | FI | 2 letters | ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for Finland |
| Location Code | 21 | 2 chars | City/region identifier within Finland |
When to Use SWIFT Code VOSPFI21
Receiving International Wire Transfers
To receive money from abroad at your VORA SPARBANK account in VORA, share SWIFT code VOSPFI21 with the sender along with your full account number, your name as on the account, and the branch address.
NRI Remittances
Non-Resident Indians sending money to NRO/NRE accounts at VORA SPARBANK, VORA must provide SWIFT code VOSPFI21. Major remittance platforms — including Wise, Remitly, Western Union, and MoneyGram — use this code to route transfers accurately.
Trade Finance and Foreign Payments
Importers and exporters using VORA SPARBANK in VORA rely on SWIFT code VOSPFI21 for letters of credit, bank guarantees, and foreign currency settlements.
SWIFT Code vs IFSC vs MICR vs BSR — Key Differences
| Code | Format | Used For | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
SWIFT VOSPFI21 | 8 or 11 chars | International wire transfers, NRI remittances, trade finance | Global — 200+ countries |
| IFSC | 11 chars (alpha) | NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, UPI account linking | India domestic only |
| MICR | 9 digits | Cheque clearing (CTS), NACH mandates, SIP registration | India domestic only |
| BSR | 7 digits | TDS challan filing, Form 16, Form 26AS, TRACES | India income tax only |
Need the IFSC code for domestic NEFT, RTGS, or UPI transfers? View the IFSC code for VORA SPARBANK →
For cheque clearing or NACH mandates, use the MICR code for VORA SPARBANK →
For TDS challan deposits, find the BSR code for VORA SPARBANK →
How SWIFT Code VOSPFI21 Routes an International Transfer
- Initiation: The sender provides SWIFT code VOSPFI21 and account number to their bank.
- Validation: The sending bank validates the BIC against the SWIFT registry.
- Routing: An MT103 SWIFT message is transmitted through the network to VORA SPARBANK.
- Correspondent bank (if needed): An intermediary bank may relay the transfer, adding 1–2 business days.
- Credit: VORA SPARBANK receives the SWIFT message and credits the account. Total time: 1–5 business days.
Common Mistakes When Using SWIFT Code VOSPFI21
- Spaces or lowercase letters — Always enter
VOSPFI21uppercase with no spaces. - Using the wrong city — This code is for VORA only.
- Truncating to 8 characters — When 11 characters are required, always use the full code.
- Using SWIFT for domestic transfers — Use the IFSC code for any transfer within Finland.
Data Accuracy
BankZop sources SWIFT/BIC data from publicly available banking registries and official disclosures, updated regularly. For the highest-stakes transactions, always confirm VOSPFI21 directly with VORA SPARBANK's VORA branch or via the SWIFT BIC Directory.
SWIFT code data sourced from SWIFT Official Directory and verified against VORA SPARBANK's published disclosures. Last reviewed Jun 2026 by BankZop Editorial Team. About our data sources →
