SWIFT/BIC code ULFAAZ21XXX

ULFAAZ21XXX belongs to Ulfatbank in Baku, Azerbaijan.

ULFAAZ21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeULFAAZ21XXX
8-character codeULFAAZ21
Branch codeXXX
BankUlfatbank
BranchHead office
CityBaku
CountryAzerbaijan

The way the Ulfatbank SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

ULFA Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
AZ Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
21 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

Which institution uses SWIFT code ULFAAZ21XXX?

The code ULFAAZ21XXX belongs to the main office of Ulfatbank in Baku, Azerbaijan. Use it when you send money to an account at Ulfatbank.

What is the best way to send money to Ulfatbank in Azerbaijan?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Azerbaijan with transfer services before you send.

Does Ulfatbank have only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes – ULFAAZ21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Ulfatbank in Azerbaijan, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

What happens if I use ULFAAZ21XXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ULFAAZ21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.

Are ULFAAZ21 and ULFAAZ21XXX the same code?

Yes, they are. ULFAAZ21 is the 8-character version of ULFAAZ21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Ulfatbank in Baku.

How long does a transfer to Ulfatbank take in Azerbaijan?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.