SWIFT/BIC code JBBKAZ22XXX
JBBKAZ22XXX belongs to Bank of Baku in Baku, Azerbaijan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | JBBKAZ22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | JBBKAZ22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Baku |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Baku |
| Country | Azerbaijan |
The way the Bank of Baku SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- JBBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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
What bank uses BIC JBBKAZ22XXX?
JBBKAZ22XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Bank of Baku in Baku, Azerbaijan. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank of Baku.
What happens if I enter JBBKAZ22XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check JBBKAZ22XXX against the details from Bank of Baku before you confirm.
Does Bank of Baku have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, JBBKAZ22XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bank of Baku in Azerbaijan, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in JBBKAZ22XXX mean?
JBBK is the bank code of Bank of Baku, AZ is the ISO code of Azerbaijan, 22 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Baku?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code JBBKAZ22XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Azerbaijan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Baku take in Azerbaijan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.