SWIFT/BIC code BABJRU21SPB
BABJRU21SPB belongs to Baltiyskiy Bank in St. Petersburg, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BABJRU21SPB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BABJRU21 |
| Branch code | SPB |
| Bank | Baltiyskiy Bank |
| Branch | St. Petersburg Branch |
| City | St. Petersburg |
| Country | Russia |
The way the Baltiyskiy Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BABJ 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.
- SPB 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 BABJRU21SPB?
BABJRU21SPB identifies St. Petersburg Branch, part of Baltiyskiy Bank in St. Petersburg, Russia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Baltiyskiy Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BABJRU21SPB, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Russia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use BABJRU21SPB incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BABJRU21SPB against the details from Baltiyskiy Bank before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Baltiyskiy Bank in Russia?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use BABJRU21 instead of BABJRU21SPB?
BABJRU21 is the head office of Baltiyskiy Bank, while BABJRU21SPB points to St. Petersburg Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BABJRU21SPB if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in BABJRU21SPB stand for?
BABJ is the institution code of Baltiyskiy Bank, RU stands for Russia, 21 is the code for the city or region and SPB is the code of the branch St. Petersburg Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.