SWIFT/BIC code AZENAZ22XXX
AZENAZ22XXX belongs to Expressbank in Baku, Azerbaijan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AZENAZ22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AZENAZ22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Expressbank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Baku |
| Country | Azerbaijan |
How the Expressbank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AZEN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 AZENAZ22XXX?
AZENAZ22XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Expressbank in Baku, Azerbaijan. It is the code to use when a payment to Expressbank does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Expressbank take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in AZENAZ22XXX stand for?
AZEN is the institution code of Expressbank, AZ is the ISO code of Azerbaijan, 22 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Expressbank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AZENAZ22XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Azerbaijan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Are AZENAZ22 and AZENAZ22XXX the same code?
Yes. AZENAZ22 is the 8-character version of AZENAZ22XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Expressbank in Baku.
What is the best way to send money to Expressbank in Azerbaijan?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Azerbaijan with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.