SWIFT/BIC code STANALT1LUX
STANALT1LUX belongs to Bank of Albania in Lushnje, Albania.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | STANALT1LUX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | STANALT1 |
| Branch code | LUX |
| Bank | Bank of Albania |
| Branch | Dega Lushnja |
| City | Lushnje |
| Country | Albania |
The way the Bank of Albania SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- STAN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AL Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- T1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- LUX 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code STANALT1LUX?
STANALT1LUX is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dega Lushnja, part of Bank of Albania in Lushnje, Albania. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use STANALT1 instead of STANALT1LUX?
STANALT1 points to the main office of Bank of Albania, while STANALT1LUX is Dega Lushnja. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention STANALT1LUX.
What happens if I use STANALT1LUX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check STANALT1LUX against the details from Bank of Albania before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Albania?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Albania with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Bank of Albania got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 8 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Albania in Albania. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Albania?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code STANALT1LUX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Albania is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.