SWIFT/BIC code ALFABY2XXXX
ALFABY2XXXX belongs to Alfa-Bank in Minsk, Belarus.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALFABY2XXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALFABY2X |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alfa-Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Minsk |
| Country | Belarus |
How the Alfa-Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALFA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2X 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 SWIFT code ALFABY2XXXX?
ALFABY2XXXX identifies the main office of Alfa-Bank in Minsk, Belarus. Use it when you send money to an account at Alfa-Bank.
Is ALFABY2X and ALFABY2XXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. ALFABY2X is the short version of ALFABY2XXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Alfa-Bank in Minsk.
What happens if I use ALFABY2XXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ALFABY2XXXX against the details from Alfa-Bank before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Alfa-Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Alfa-Bank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Belarus with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Alfa-Bank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ALFABY2XXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Alfa-Bank in Belarus, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.