SWIFT/BIC code ENGORU21SOV
ENGORU21SOV belongs to Energotransbank in Sovetsk, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ENGORU21SOV |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ENGORU21 |
| Branch code | SOV |
| Bank | Energotransbank |
| Branch | Sovetsk Branch |
| City | Sovetsk |
| Country | Russia |
The way the Energotransbank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ENGO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- RU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- SOV 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 SWIFT code ENGORU21SOV?
The code ENGORU21SOV belongs to Sovetsk Branch, a branch or department of Energotransbank in Sovetsk, Russia. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use ENGORU21SOV incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ENGORU21SOV with the recipient before sending.
Does Energotransbank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Energotransbank in Russia, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use ENGORU21 instead of ENGORU21SOV?
ENGORU21 is the head office of Energotransbank, while ENGORU21SOV points to Sovetsk Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use ENGORU21SOV if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in ENGORU21SOV stand for?
ENGO is the bank code of Energotransbank, RU stands for Russia, 21 is the location code and SOV is the code of the branch Sovetsk Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Energotransbank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Russia with specialist providers 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.