SWIFT/BIC code AKTVRU21XXX
AKTVRU21XXX belongs to Aktiv Bank in Saransk, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AKTVRU21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AKTVRU21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Aktiv Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Saransk |
| Country | Russia |
The way the Aktiv Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AKTV 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 is behind SWIFT code AKTVRU21XXX?
AKTVRU21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Aktiv Bank in Saransk, Russia. Use it when a payment to Aktiv Bank does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Aktiv Bank take in Russia?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Aktiv Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AKTVRU21XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Russia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in AKTVRU21XXX mean?
AKTV is the institution code of Aktiv Bank, RU stands for Russia, 21 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Are AKTVRU21 and AKTVRU21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. AKTVRU21 is the 8-character version of AKTVRU21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Aktiv Bank in Saransk.
What happens if I enter AKTVRU21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AKTVRU21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.