SWIFT/BIC code PRVASKBAXXX
PRVASKBAXXX belongs to Prva Stavebna Sporitelna, A.s. in Bratislava, Slovakia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PRVASKBAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PRVASKBA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Prva Stavebna Sporitelna, A.s. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bratislava |
| Country | Slovakia |
The way the Prva Stavebna Sporitelna, A.s. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PRVA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BA 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 PRVASKBAXXX?
The code PRVASKBAXXX belongs to the headquarters of Prva Stavebna Sporitelna, A.s. in Bratislava, Slovakia. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Prva Stavebna Sporitelna, A.s..
What happens if I use PRVASKBAXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PRVASKBAXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in PRVASKBAXXX stand for?
PRVA is the institution code of Prva Stavebna Sporitelna, A.s., SK stands for Slovakia, BA is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Are PRVASKBA and PRVASKBAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. PRVASKBA is the 8-character version of PRVASKBAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Prva Stavebna Sporitelna, A.s. in Bratislava.
Do I need PRVASKBAXXX for a euro transfer to Slovakia?
Slovakia belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need PRVASKBAXXX.
How long does a transfer to Prva Stavebna Sporitelna, A.s. take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.