SWIFT/BIC code AKBBBY21215
AKBBBY21215 belongs to Belarusbank in Orsha, Belarus.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AKBBBY21215 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AKBBBY21 |
| Branch code | 215 |
| Bank | Belarusbank |
| Branch | Orsha Branch 215 |
| City | Orsha |
| Country | Belarus |
How the Belarusbank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AKBB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 215 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 branch is behind SWIFT code AKBBBY21215?
The code AKBBBY21215 belongs to Orsha Branch 215, part of Belarusbank in Orsha, Belarus. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of AKBBBY21215 stand for?
AKBB is the institution code of Belarusbank, BY is the ISO code of Belarus, 21 is the code for the city or region and 215 is the code of the branch Orsha Branch 215.
How long does a transfer to Belarusbank take in Belarus?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Belarusbank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Belarus with transfer services before you send.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Belarusbank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AKBBBY21215, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Belarus is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use AKBBBY21215 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check AKBBBY21215 against the details from Belarusbank before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.