SWIFT/BIC code AKBBBY21703
AKBBBY21703 belongs to Belarusbank in Bobruisk, Belarus.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AKBBBY21703 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AKBBBY21 |
| Branch code | 703 |
| Bank | Belarusbank |
| Branch | Bobruisk Branch 703 |
| City | Bobruisk |
| Country | Belarus |
How the Belarusbank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 703 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 SWIFT/BIC code AKBBBY21703?
AKBBBY21703 identifies Bobruisk Branch 703, a branch or department of Belarusbank in Bobruisk, Belarus. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in AKBBBY21703 mean?
AKBB is the institution code of Belarusbank, BY stands for Belarus, 21 is the location code and 703 identifies the branch Bobruisk Branch 703.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Belarusbank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AKBBBY21703, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Belarus is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
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 the amount that arrives in Belarus with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter AKBBBY21703 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AKBBBY21703 against the details from Belarusbank before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Belarusbank take in Belarus?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.