SWIFT/BIC code ELKARU3SSPB
ELKARU3SSPB belongs to Ac Bank in St. Petersburg, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ELKARU3SSPB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ELKARU3S |
| Branch code | SPB |
| Bank | Ac Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | St. Petersburg |
| Country | Russia |
The way the Ac Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ELKA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- RU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 3S Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- SPB 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 uses BIC ELKARU3SSPB?
The code ELKARU3SSPB belongs to Ac Bank, a unit of Ac Bank in St. Petersburg, Russia. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Ac Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ELKARU3SSPB, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Russia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Ac Bank 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.
How long does a transfer to Ac Bank take in Russia?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter ELKARU3SSPB with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ELKARU3SSPB against the details from Ac Bank before sending.
Has Ac Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Ac Bank in Russia. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.