SWIFT/BIC code AKBVRU21XXX
AKBVRU21XXX belongs to Akb Volgo-Don Bank in Volgograd, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AKBVRU21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AKBVRU21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Akb Volgo-Don Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Volgograd |
| Country | Russia |
How the Akb Volgo-Don Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AKBV Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- RU 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 uses BIC AKBVRU21XXX?
AKBVRU21XXX identifies the main office of Akb Volgo-Don Bank in Volgograd, Russia. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Akb Volgo-Don Bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Akb Volgo-Don Bank in Russia?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Russia with specialist providers before you send.
Are AKBVRU21 and AKBVRU21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. AKBVRU21 is the short version of AKBVRU21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Akb Volgo-Don Bank in Volgograd.
Does Akb Volgo-Don Bank have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – AKBVRU21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Akb Volgo-Don Bank in Russia, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does a transfer to Akb Volgo-Don Bank take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Akb Volgo-Don Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AKBVRU21XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Russia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.