SWIFT/BIC code JORORU21CHB
JORORU21CHB belongs to Rost Bank in Chita, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | JORORU21CHB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | JORORU21 |
| Branch code | CHB |
| Bank | Rost Bank |
| Branch | Chita Branch |
| City | Chita |
| Country | Russia |
How the Rost Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- JORO 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.
- CHB 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 JORORU21CHB?
The code JORORU21CHB belongs to Chita Branch, a branch or department of Rost Bank in Chita, Russia. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of JORORU21CHB stand for?
JORO is the institution code of Rost Bank, RU stands for Russia, 21 is the code for the city or region and CHB is the code of the branch Chita Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Rost Bank?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Rost Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code JORORU21CHB, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Russia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use JORORU21 instead of JORORU21CHB?
JORORU21 points to the head office of Rost Bank, while JORORU21CHB is Chita Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention JORORU21CHB.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Rost Bank in Russia?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Russia with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.