SWIFT/BIC code ARRSRU21EKA
ARRSRU21EKA belongs to Ak Bars Bank in Ekaterinburg, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARRSRU21EKA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARRSRU21 |
| Branch code | EKA |
| Bank | Ak Bars Bank |
| Branch | Ekaterinburg Branch |
| City | Ekaterinburg |
| Country | Russia |
How the Ak Bars Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ARRS 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.
- EKA 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 code ARRSRU21EKA?
ARRSRU21EKA identifies Ekaterinburg Branch, a branch or department of Ak Bars Bank in Ekaterinburg, Russia. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Ak Bars Bank?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Ak Bars Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ARRSRU21EKA, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Russia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use ARRSRU21 instead of ARRSRU21EKA?
ARRSRU21 points to the main office of Ak Bars Bank, while ARRSRU21EKA is Ekaterinburg Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use ARRSRU21EKA if the recipient asks for it.
Has Ak Bars Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 16 SWIFT/BIC codes for Ak Bars Bank in Russia. All of them are listed on the page of Ak Bars Bank.
What is the best way to send money to Ak Bars Bank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Russia with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.