SWIFT/BIC code LJSARU21XXX

LJSARU21XXX belongs to Joint Stock Commercial Bank 'lesobank' in Arkhangelsk, Russia.

LJSARU21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLJSARU21XXX
8-character codeLJSARU21
Branch codeXXX
BankJoint Stock Commercial Bank 'lesobank'
BranchHead office
CityArkhangelsk
CountryRussia

The way the Joint Stock Commercial Bank 'lesobank' SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

LJSA 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.
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

Which institution is behind BIC LJSARU21XXX?

LJSARU21XXX identifies the headquarters of Joint Stock Commercial Bank 'lesobank' in Arkhangelsk, Russia. Use it when you send money to an account at Joint Stock Commercial Bank 'lesobank'.

Does Joint Stock Commercial Bank 'lesobank' use a single SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, LJSARU21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Joint Stock Commercial Bank 'lesobank' in Russia, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

What happens if I use LJSARU21XXX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LJSARU21XXX against the details from Joint Stock Commercial Bank 'lesobank' before sending.

What is the best way to send money to Joint Stock Commercial Bank 'lesobank'?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Russia with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in LJSARU21XXX stand for?

LJSA is the institution code of Joint Stock Commercial Bank 'lesobank', RU is the ISO code of Russia, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.

Are LJSARU21 and LJSARU21XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. LJSARU21 is the short version of LJSARU21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Joint Stock Commercial Bank 'lesobank' in Arkhangelsk.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.