SWIFT/BIC code SVIZRUM1EKT
SVIZRUM1EKT belongs to Sviaz-Bank in Ekaterinburg, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SVIZRUM1EKT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SVIZRUM1 |
| Branch code | EKT |
| Bank | Sviaz-Bank |
| Branch | Ekaterinburg Branch |
| City | Ekaterinburg |
| Country | Russia |
The way the Sviaz-Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SVIZ 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.
- EKT 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 BIC SVIZRUM1EKT?
SVIZRUM1EKT identifies Ekaterinburg Branch, part of Sviaz-Bank in Ekaterinburg, Russia. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use SVIZRUM1 instead of SVIZRUM1EKT?
SVIZRUM1 points to the head office of Sviaz-Bank, while SVIZRUM1EKT is Ekaterinburg Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SVIZRUM1EKT.
Has Sviaz-Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 25 SWIFT/BIC codes for Sviaz-Bank in Russia. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sviaz-Bank?
Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use SVIZRUM1EKT with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SVIZRUM1EKT with the recipient before you confirm.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Sviaz-Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SVIZRUM1EKT, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Russia 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.