SWIFT/BIC code SVIZRUM1IRK
SVIZRUM1IRK belongs to Sviaz-Bank in Irkutsk, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SVIZRUM1IRK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SVIZRUM1 |
| Branch code | IRK |
| Bank | Sviaz-Bank |
| Branch | Irkutsk Branch |
| City | Irkutsk |
| Country | Russia |
How 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.
- IRK 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 SVIZRUM1IRK?
SVIZRUM1IRK identifies Irkutsk Branch, a branch or department of Sviaz-Bank in Irkutsk, Russia. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter SVIZRUM1IRK incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SVIZRUM1IRK against the details from Sviaz-Bank before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Sviaz-Bank?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Sviaz-Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SVIZRUM1IRK, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Russia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use SVIZRUM1 instead of SVIZRUM1IRK?
SVIZRUM1 is the main office of Sviaz-Bank, while SVIZRUM1IRK is Irkutsk Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SVIZRUM1IRK.
What do the letters in SVIZRUM1IRK stand for?
SVIZ is the bank code of Sviaz-Bank, RU is the ISO code of Russia, M1 is the location code and IRK is the code of the branch Irkutsk Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.