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SWIFT/BIC code ALFARUM1018

ALFARUM1018 belongs to Alfa-Bank in Rostov-On-Don, Russia.

ALFARUM1018

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeALFARUM1018
8-character codeALFARUM1
Branch code018
BankAlfa-Bank
BranchRostov Branch
CityRostov-On-Don
CountryRussia

The way 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.
RU Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
M1 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
018 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 is behind BIC ALFARUM1018?

ALFARUM1018 identifies Rostov Branch, part of Alfa-Bank in Rostov-On-Don, Russia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Alfa-Bank?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

Has Alfa-Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 8 SWIFT/BIC codes for Alfa-Bank in Russia, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

Which details do I need to send money to an account at Alfa-Bank?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ALFARUM1018, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Russia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

Can I use ALFARUM1 instead of ALFARUM1018?

ALFARUM1 points to the main office of Alfa-Bank, while ALFARUM1018 points to Rostov Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ALFARUM1018.

What happens if I use ALFARUM1018 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ALFARUM1018 against the details from Alfa-Bank before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.