SWIFT/BIC code MUNKRU21XXX
MUNKRU21XXX belongs to Municipalnyj Kommercheskij Bank in Kaliningrad, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MUNKRU21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MUNKRU21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Municipalnyj Kommercheskij Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kaliningrad |
| Country | Russia |
How the Municipalnyj Kommercheskij Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MUNK 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 SWIFT/BIC code MUNKRU21XXX?
MUNKRU21XXX identifies the headquarters of Municipalnyj Kommercheskij Bank in Kaliningrad, Russia. It is the code to use when a payment to Municipalnyj Kommercheskij Bank does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use MUNKRU21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MUNKRU21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Municipalnyj Kommercheskij Bank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, MUNKRU21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Municipalnyj Kommercheskij Bank in Russia, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Municipalnyj Kommercheskij Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Russia with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Are MUNKRU21 and MUNKRU21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. MUNKRU21 is the 8-character version of MUNKRU21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Municipalnyj Kommercheskij Bank in Kaliningrad.
How long does it take to send money to Municipalnyj Kommercheskij Bank?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.