SWIFT/BIC code SOZARU2PXXX
SOZARU2PXXX belongs to JSC Bank Sovetsky in St. Petersburg, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOZARU2PXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOZARU2P |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | JSC Bank Sovetsky |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | St. Petersburg |
| Country | Russia |
How the JSC Bank Sovetsky SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOZA 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code SOZARU2PXXX?
SOZARU2PXXX identifies the headquarters of JSC Bank Sovetsky in St. Petersburg, Russia. It is the code to use when a payment to JSC Bank Sovetsky does not need a specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at JSC Bank Sovetsky?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SOZARU2PXXX, 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 SOZARU2PXXX stand for?
SOZA is the institution code of JSC Bank Sovetsky, RU stands for Russia, 2P is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Does JSC Bank Sovetsky have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for JSC Bank Sovetsky in Russia. All of them are listed on the page of JSC Bank Sovetsky.
What is the best way to send money to JSC Bank Sovetsky?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Russia with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to JSC Bank Sovetsky in Russia?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.