SWIFT/BIC code CGAZRU31957
CGAZRU31957 belongs to Gazbank Zao Akb in Samara, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CGAZRU31957 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CGAZRU31 |
| Branch code | 957 |
| Bank | Gazbank Zao Akb |
| Branch | Kirovsky Branch |
| City | Samara |
| Country | Russia |
The way the Gazbank Zao Akb SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CGAZ Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- RU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 31 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 957 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code CGAZRU31957?
CGAZRU31957 identifies Kirovsky Branch, a branch or department of Gazbank Zao Akb in Samara, Russia. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Gazbank Zao Akb take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use CGAZRU31 instead of CGAZRU31957?
CGAZRU31 is the main office of Gazbank Zao Akb, while CGAZRU31957 points to Kirovsky Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CGAZRU31957.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Gazbank Zao Akb?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CGAZRU31957, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Russia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Has Gazbank Zao Akb got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 6 SWIFT/BIC codes for Gazbank Zao Akb in Russia, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Gazbank Zao Akb.
What does each part of CGAZRU31957 mean?
CGAZ is the bank code of Gazbank Zao Akb, RU is the ISO code of Russia, 31 is the code for the city or region and 957 identifies the department Kirovsky Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.