SWIFT/BIC code KRANRU21MSW
KRANRU21MSW belongs to Kranbank Zao in Moscow, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KRANRU21MSW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KRANRU21 |
| Branch code | MSW |
| Bank | Kranbank Zao |
| Branch | Moscow Branch |
| City | Moscow |
| Country | Russia |
How the Kranbank Zao SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KRAN 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.
- MSW 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code KRANRU21MSW?
KRANRU21MSW identifies Moscow Branch, a unit of Kranbank Zao in Moscow, Russia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Kranbank Zao take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Kranbank Zao?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code KRANRU21MSW, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Russia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in KRANRU21MSW mean?
KRAN is the bank code of Kranbank Zao, RU is the ISO code of Russia, 21 is the code for the city or region and MSW is the code of the branch Moscow Branch.
What happens if I enter KRANRU21MSW with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check KRANRU21MSW with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Kranbank Zao in Russia?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Russia with transfer services 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.