SWIFT/BIC code VLBARU61XXX

VLBARU61XXX belongs to Vlbank in Ust-Kut, Russia.

VLBARU61XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeVLBARU61XXX
8-character codeVLBARU61
Branch codeXXX
BankVlbank
BranchHead office
CityUst-Kut
CountryRussia

How the Vlbank SWIFT/BIC works

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

VLBA Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
RU Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
61 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 uses BIC VLBARU61XXX?

The code VLBARU61XXX belongs to the main office of Vlbank in Ust-Kut, Russia. Use it when a payment to Vlbank does not need a specific branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Vlbank?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Russia with transfer services before you send.

Does Vlbank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Vlbank in Russia, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Vlbank.

What happens if I enter VLBARU61XXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check VLBARU61XXX with the recipient before sending.

How long does it take to send money to Vlbank in Russia?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

Is VLBARU61 and VLBARU61XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes. VLBARU61 is the 8-character version of VLBARU61XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Vlbank in Ust-Kut.

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