SWIFT/BIC code CRTUGE22087

CRTUGE22087 belongs to JSC 'cartu Bank' in Kutaisi, Georgia.

CRTUGE22087

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCRTUGE22087
8-character codeCRTUGE22
Branch code087
BankJSC 'cartu Bank'
BranchKutaisi Branch
CityKutaisi
CountryGeorgia

How the JSC 'cartu Bank' SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

CRTU Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
GE Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
22 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
087 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

What bank is behind SWIFT code CRTUGE22087?

CRTUGE22087 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kutaisi Branch, part of JSC 'cartu Bank' in Kutaisi, Georgia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use CRTUGE22087 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CRTUGE22087 with the recipient before you confirm.

What do the letters in CRTUGE22087 stand for?

CRTU is the institution code of JSC 'cartu Bank', GE is the ISO code of Georgia, 22 is the code for the city or region and 087 is the code of the department Kutaisi Branch.

What do I need to send money to an account at JSC 'cartu Bank'?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CRTUGE22087, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Georgia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

How long does a transfer to JSC 'cartu Bank' take in Georgia?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What is the best way to send money to JSC 'cartu Bank' in Georgia?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Georgia 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.