SWIFT/BIC code STANALT1SPX
STANALT1SPX belongs to Bank of Albania in Tirana, Albania.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | STANALT1SPX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | STANALT1 |
| Branch code | SPX |
| Bank | Bank of Albania |
| Branch | Sporteli I Bonove Te Thesarit Bsh |
| City | Tirana |
| Country | Albania |
How 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.
- SPX 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 BIC STANALT1SPX?
STANALT1SPX identifies Sporteli I Bonove Te Thesarit Bsh, part of Bank of Albania in Tirana, Albania. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use STANALT1 instead of STANALT1SPX?
STANALT1 is the main office of Bank of Albania, while STANALT1SPX points to Sporteli I Bonove Te Thesarit Bsh. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention STANALT1SPX.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Albania?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code STANALT1SPX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Albania uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use STANALT1SPX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check STANALT1SPX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Albania?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Has Bank of Albania got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 8 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Albania in Albania, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.