SWIFT/BIC code COSBUAUKKIE
COSBUAUKKIE belongs to Public Joint Stock Company 'state Savings Bank of Ukraine' in Kiev, Ukraine.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COSBUAUKKIE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COSBUAUK |
| Branch code | KIE |
| Bank | Public Joint Stock Company 'state Savings Bank of Ukraine' |
| Branch | Kyiv Regional Branch |
| City | Kiev |
| Country | Ukraine |
The way the Public Joint Stock Company 'state Savings Bank of Ukraine' SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COSB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- UA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- UK Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- KIE 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code COSBUAUKKIE?
COSBUAUKKIE is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kyiv Regional Branch, a branch or department of Public Joint Stock Company 'state Savings Bank of Ukraine' in Kiev, Ukraine. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Public Joint Stock Company 'state Savings Bank of Ukraine'?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Ukraine with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of COSBUAUKKIE mean?
COSB is the institution code of Public Joint Stock Company 'state Savings Bank of Ukraine', UA is the ISO code of Ukraine, UK is the code for the city or region and KIE identifies the branch Kyiv Regional Branch.
How long does a transfer to Public Joint Stock Company 'state Savings Bank of Ukraine' take in Ukraine?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Public Joint Stock Company 'state Savings Bank of Ukraine'?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COSBUAUKKIE, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Ukraine is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use COSBUAUK instead of COSBUAUKKIE?
COSBUAUK is the head office of Public Joint Stock Company 'state Savings Bank of Ukraine', while COSBUAUKKIE is Kyiv Regional Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COSBUAUKKIE.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.