SWIFT/BIC code FUIBUA2XLUG
FUIBUA2XLUG belongs to First Ukrainian International Bank in Luhansk, Ukraine.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FUIBUA2XLUG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FUIBUA2X |
| Branch code | LUG |
| Bank | First Ukrainian International Bank |
| Branch | Commercial Branch |
| City | Luhansk |
| Country | Ukraine |
How the First Ukrainian International Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FUIB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- UA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2X Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- LUG 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/BIC code FUIBUA2XLUG?
The code FUIBUA2XLUG belongs to Commercial Branch, a unit of First Ukrainian International Bank in Luhansk, Ukraine. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does First Ukrainian International Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 11 SWIFT/BIC codes for First Ukrainian International Bank in Ukraine, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of First Ukrainian International Bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at First Ukrainian International Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code FUIBUA2XLUG, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Ukraine uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to First Ukrainian International Bank in Ukraine?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to First Ukrainian International Bank in Ukraine?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Ukraine with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use FUIBUA2X instead of FUIBUA2XLUG?
FUIBUA2X points to the head office of First Ukrainian International Bank, while FUIBUA2XLUG is Commercial Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use FUIBUA2XLUG if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.