SWIFT/BIC code BYJSRU33XXX
BYJSRU33XXX belongs to Bystrobank in Izhevsk, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BYJSRU33XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BYJSRU33 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bystrobank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Izhevsk |
| Country | Russia |
How the Bystrobank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BYJS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- RU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 33 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 BYJSRU33XXX?
The code BYJSRU33XXX belongs to the head office of Bystrobank in Izhevsk, Russia. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bystrobank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bystrobank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BYJSRU33XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Russia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BYJSRU33XXX stand for?
BYJS is the bank code of Bystrobank, RU stands for Russia, 33 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Is BYJSRU33 and BYJSRU33XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BYJSRU33 is the 8-character version of BYJSRU33XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Bystrobank in Izhevsk.
How long does it take to send money to Bystrobank in Russia?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Bystrobank in Russia?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Russia with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.