SWIFT/BIC code SGAZRU21SPB
SGAZRU21SPB belongs to 'bank Sgb' PJSC in St. Petersburg, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SGAZRU21SPB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SGAZRU21 |
| Branch code | SPB |
| Bank | 'bank Sgb' PJSC |
| Branch | Saint Petersburg Branch |
| City | St. Petersburg |
| Country | Russia |
How the 'bank Sgb' PJSC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SGAZ 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.
- SPB 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 uses SWIFT code SGAZRU21SPB?
SGAZRU21SPB identifies Saint Petersburg Branch, a branch or department of 'bank Sgb' PJSC in St. Petersburg, Russia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to 'bank Sgb' PJSC?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do the letters in SGAZRU21SPB mean?
SGAZ is the institution code of 'bank Sgb' PJSC, RU stands for Russia, 21 is the code for the city or region and SPB identifies the branch Saint Petersburg Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to 'bank Sgb' PJSC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Russia with transfer services before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at 'bank Sgb' PJSC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SGAZRU21SPB, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Russia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter SGAZRU21SPB with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SGAZRU21SPB with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.