SWIFT/BIC code MEGPRU21XXX
MEGPRU21XXX belongs to Ooo Cb 'megapolice' in Cheboksary, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MEGPRU21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MEGPRU21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ooo Cb 'megapolice' |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Cheboksary |
| Country | Russia |
The way the Ooo Cb 'megapolice' SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MEGP 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code MEGPRU21XXX?
MEGPRU21XXX identifies the main office of Ooo Cb 'megapolice' in Cheboksary, Russia. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Ooo Cb 'megapolice'.
What do I need to send money to an account at Ooo Cb 'megapolice'?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MEGPRU21XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Russia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of MEGPRU21XXX stand for?
MEGP is the institution code of Ooo Cb 'megapolice', RU stands for Russia, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What is the best way to send money to Ooo Cb 'megapolice' in Russia?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Russia with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Ooo Cb 'megapolice'?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Is MEGPRU21 and MEGPRU21XXX the same code?
Yes. MEGPRU21 is the short version of MEGPRU21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Ooo Cb 'megapolice' in Cheboksary.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.