SWIFT/BIC code BUCUROBUXXX
BUCUROBUXXX belongs to Alpha Bank Romania SA in Bucharest, Romania.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BUCUROBUXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BUCUROBU |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alpha Bank Romania SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bucharest |
| Country | Romania |
How the Alpha Bank Romania SA SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BUCU Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- RO Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BU 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BUCUROBUXXX?
BUCUROBUXXX identifies the main office of Alpha Bank Romania SA in Bucharest, Romania. Use it when a payment to Alpha Bank Romania SA does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Alpha Bank Romania SA in Romania?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BUCUROBUXXX for a euro transfer to Romania?
Romania is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BUCUROBUXXX.
Is BUCUROBU and BUCUROBUXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BUCUROBU is the short version of BUCUROBUXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Alpha Bank Romania SA in Bucharest.
Does Alpha Bank Romania SA use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BUCUROBUXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Alpha Bank Romania SA in Romania, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Alpha Bank Romania SA in Romania?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Romanian Leu with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.