SWIFT/BIC code ARRSRU21IZH
ARRSRU21IZH belongs to Ak Bars Bank in Izhevsk, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARRSRU21IZH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARRSRU21 |
| Branch code | IZH |
| Bank | Ak Bars Bank |
| Branch | Izhevsk Branch |
| City | Izhevsk |
| Country | Russia |
The way the Ak Bars Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- IZH 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code ARRSRU21IZH?
The code ARRSRU21IZH belongs to Izhevsk Branch, part of Ak Bars Bank in Izhevsk, Russia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Ak Bars Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Russia with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use ARRSRU21 instead of ARRSRU21IZH?
ARRSRU21 points to the main office of Ak Bars Bank, while ARRSRU21IZH is Izhevsk Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ARRSRU21IZH.
What happens if I enter ARRSRU21IZH incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ARRSRU21IZH against the details from Ak Bars Bank before sending.
What does each part of ARRSRU21IZH stand for?
ARRS is the bank code of Ak Bars Bank, RU is the ISO code of Russia, 21 is the code for the city or region and IZH identifies the department Izhevsk Branch.
Has Ak Bars Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 16 SWIFT/BIC codes for Ak Bars Bank in Russia, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.