SWIFT/BIC code VKNGRU2PXXX
VKNGRU2PXXX belongs to Viking in St. Petersburg, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VKNGRU2PXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VKNGRU2P |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Viking |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | St. Petersburg |
| Country | Russia |
How the Viking SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VKNG Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- RU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2P 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code VKNGRU2PXXX?
The code VKNGRU2PXXX belongs to the head office of Viking in St. Petersburg, Russia. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Viking.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Viking in Russia?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Russia with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Viking take in Russia?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Viking use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, VKNGRU2PXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Viking in Russia, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do I need to send money to an account at Viking?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code VKNGRU2PXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Russia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in VKNGRU2PXXX stand for?
VKNG is the institution code of Viking, RU stands for Russia, 2P is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.