SWIFT/BIC code SAOARU2PXXX
SAOARU2PXXX belongs to PJSC Bank Siab in St. Petersburg, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SAOARU2PXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SAOARU2P |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | PJSC Bank Siab |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | St. Petersburg |
| Country | Russia |
The way the PJSC Bank Siab SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SAOA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- RU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2P 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 bank is behind SWIFT code SAOARU2PXXX?
SAOARU2PXXX identifies the main office of PJSC Bank Siab in St. Petersburg, Russia. Use it when a payment to PJSC Bank Siab does not need a specific branch.
Does PJSC Bank Siab have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SAOARU2PXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for PJSC Bank Siab in Russia, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I use SAOARU2PXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SAOARU2PXXX against the details from PJSC Bank Siab before sending.
What is the best way to send money to PJSC Bank Siab in Russia?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Russia with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in SAOARU2PXXX stand for?
SAOA is the bank code of PJSC Bank Siab, RU is the ISO code of Russia, 2P is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at PJSC Bank Siab?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SAOARU2PXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Russia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.