SWIFT/BIC code BPSBBY2XXXX
BPSBBY2XXXX belongs to Bps-Sberbank in Minsk, Belarus.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPSBBY2XXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPSBBY2X |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bps-Sberbank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Minsk |
| Country | Belarus |
The way the Bps-Sberbank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPSB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2X 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
Which institution uses SWIFT code BPSBBY2XXXX?
BPSBBY2XXXX identifies the main office of Bps-Sberbank in Minsk, Belarus. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bps-Sberbank.
How long does it take to send money to Bps-Sberbank?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bps-Sberbank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BPSBBY2XXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Belarus uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BPSBBY2XXXX stand for?
BPSB is the bank code of Bps-Sberbank, BY stands for Belarus, 2X is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bps-Sberbank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Belarus with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Are BPSBBY2X and BPSBBY2XXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BPSBBY2X is the short version of BPSBBY2XXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Bps-Sberbank in Minsk.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.