SWIFT/BIC code MECHAZ21XXX
MECHAZ21XXX belongs to Mech R Bank in Baku, Azerbaijan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MECHAZ21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MECHAZ21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Mech R Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Baku |
| Country | Azerbaijan |
The way the Mech R Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MECH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AZ 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
What bank is behind BIC MECHAZ21XXX?
MECHAZ21XXX identifies the main office of Mech R Bank in Baku, Azerbaijan. Use it when a payment to Mech R Bank does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Mech R Bank in Azerbaijan?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of MECHAZ21XXX stand for?
MECH is the bank code of Mech R Bank, AZ is the ISO code of Azerbaijan, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Mech R Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MECHAZ21XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Azerbaijan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Mech R Bank in Azerbaijan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Azerbaijan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use MECHAZ21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MECHAZ21XXX against the details from Mech R Bank before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.