SWIFT/BIC code BRECRU21BLK
BRECRU21BLK belongs to JSC Econombank in Balakovo, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BRECRU21BLK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BRECRU21 |
| Branch code | BLK |
| Bank | JSC Econombank |
| Branch | Balakovo Branch |
| City | Balakovo |
| Country | Russia |
How the JSC Econombank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BREC 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.
- BLK 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 BRECRU21BLK?
BRECRU21BLK identifies Balakovo Branch, a unit of JSC Econombank in Balakovo, Russia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to JSC Econombank in Russia?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Russia with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does JSC Econombank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 12 SWIFT/BIC codes for JSC Econombank in Russia. All of them are listed on the page of JSC Econombank.
What do I need to send money to an account at JSC Econombank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BRECRU21BLK, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Russia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to JSC Econombank?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use BRECRU21 instead of BRECRU21BLK?
BRECRU21 points to the head office of JSC Econombank, while BRECRU21BLK is Balakovo Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BRECRU21BLK.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.