SWIFT/BIC code ARRSRU21NSB
ARRSRU21NSB belongs to Ak Bars Bank in Novosibirsk, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARRSRU21NSB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARRSRU21 |
| Branch code | NSB |
| Bank | Ak Bars Bank |
| Branch | Novosibirsk Branch |
| City | Novosibirsk |
| Country | Russia |
The way the Ak Bars Bank SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- NSB 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 code ARRSRU21NSB?
ARRSRU21NSB identifies Novosibirsk Branch, a unit of Ak Bars Bank in Novosibirsk, Russia. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use ARRSRU21 instead of ARRSRU21NSB?
ARRSRU21 points to the main office of Ak Bars Bank, while ARRSRU21NSB is Novosibirsk Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use ARRSRU21NSB 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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Ak Bars Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ARRSRU21NSB, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Russia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Ak Bars Bank in Russia?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of ARRSRU21NSB 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 NSB is the code of the department Novosibirsk Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.