SWIFT/BIC code CRAYKZK1XXX
CRAYKZK1XXX belongs to Credit Altyn Bank in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRAYKZK1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRAYKZK1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Credit Altyn Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Almaty |
| Country | Kazakhstan |
How the Credit Altyn Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CRAY Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- K1 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 institution uses BIC CRAYKZK1XXX?
The code CRAYKZK1XXX belongs to the head office of Credit Altyn Bank in Almaty, Kazakhstan. It is the code to use when a payment to Credit Altyn Bank does not need a specific branch.
Is CRAYKZK1 and CRAYKZK1XXX the same code?
Yes. CRAYKZK1 is the short version of CRAYKZK1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Credit Altyn Bank in Almaty.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Credit Altyn Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Kazakhstan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Credit Altyn Bank have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, CRAYKZK1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Credit Altyn Bank in Kazakhstan, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does it take to send money to Credit Altyn Bank in Kazakhstan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of CRAYKZK1XXX stand for?
CRAY is the bank code of Credit Altyn Bank, KZ stands for Kazakhstan, K1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.