SWIFT/BIC code ELKARU3SXXX
ELKARU3SXXX belongs to Ac Bank in Samara, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ELKARU3SXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ELKARU3S |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ac Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Samara |
| Country | Russia |
How the Ac Bank SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 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 is behind BIC ELKARU3SXXX?
The code ELKARU3SXXX belongs to the headquarters of Ac Bank in Samara, Russia. Use it when you send money to an account at Ac Bank.
How long does it take to send money to Ac Bank in Russia?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Ac Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ELKARU3SXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Russia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of ELKARU3SXXX stand for?
ELKA is the institution code of Ac Bank, RU stands for Russia, 3S is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Has Ac Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Ac Bank in Russia, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Ac Bank.
Is ELKARU3S and ELKARU3SXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. ELKARU3S is the short version of ELKARU3SXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Ac Bank in Samara.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.