SWIFT/BIC code ARRSRU21UFA
ARRSRU21UFA belongs to Ak Bars Bank in Ufa, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARRSRU21UFA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARRSRU21 |
| Branch code | UFA |
| Bank | Ak Bars Bank |
| Branch | Ufa Branch |
| City | Ufa |
| 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.
- UFA 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 BIC ARRSRU21UFA?
ARRSRU21UFA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ufa Branch, a branch or department of Ak Bars Bank in Ufa, Russia. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Ak Bars Bank in Russia?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use ARRSRU21 instead of ARRSRU21UFA?
ARRSRU21 points to the main office of Ak Bars Bank, while ARRSRU21UFA is Ufa Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use ARRSRU21UFA if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Ak Bars Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ARRSRU21UFA, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Russia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Ak Bars Bank in Russia?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Russia with transfer services before you send.
Does Ak Bars Bank have more 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.