SWIFT/BIC code SIIKRU21XXX
SIIKRU21XXX belongs to Simbirsk in Ulyanovsk, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SIIKRU21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SIIKRU21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Simbirsk |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Ulyanovsk |
| Country | Russia |
How the Simbirsk SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SIIK 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 uses BIC SIIKRU21XXX?
SIIKRU21XXX identifies the main office of Simbirsk in Ulyanovsk, Russia. Use it when a payment to Simbirsk does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Simbirsk?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Russia with transfer services before you send.
Is SIIKRU21 and SIIKRU21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SIIKRU21 is the short version of SIIKRU21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Simbirsk in Ulyanovsk.
Does Simbirsk have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SIIKRU21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Simbirsk in Russia, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do I need to send money to an account at Simbirsk?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SIIKRU21XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Russia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of SIIKRU21XXX stand for?
SIIK is the institution code of Simbirsk, RU stands for Russia, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.