SWIFT/BIC code SOMRRUM1KST
SOMRRUM1KST belongs to Sovcombank in Kostroma, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOMRRUM1KST |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOMRRUM1 |
| Branch code | KST |
| Bank | Sovcombank |
| Branch | Kostroma Branch |
| City | Kostroma |
| Country | Russia |
How the Sovcombank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOMR Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- RU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- KST 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 SOMRRUM1KST?
SOMRRUM1KST identifies Kostroma Branch, a unit of Sovcombank in Kostroma, Russia. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Sovcombank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 8 SWIFT/BIC codes for Sovcombank in Russia, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use SOMRRUM1KST incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SOMRRUM1KST with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Sovcombank?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Russia with transfer services before you send.
Can I use SOMRRUM1 instead of SOMRRUM1KST?
SOMRRUM1 is the head office of Sovcombank, while SOMRRUM1KST is Kostroma Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SOMRRUM1KST if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Sovcombank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SOMRRUM1KST, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. 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.