SWIFT/BIC code VTBAAZ22XXX
VTBAAZ22XXX belongs to OJSC Vtb Bank (Azerbaijan) in Baku, Azerbaijan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VTBAAZ22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VTBAAZ22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | OJSC Vtb Bank (Azerbaijan) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Baku |
| Country | Azerbaijan |
How the OJSC Vtb Bank (Azerbaijan) SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VTBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code VTBAAZ22XXX?
VTBAAZ22XXX identifies the main office of OJSC Vtb Bank (Azerbaijan) in Baku, Azerbaijan. Use it when you send money to an account at OJSC Vtb Bank (Azerbaijan).
What happens if I enter VTBAAZ22XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check VTBAAZ22XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to OJSC Vtb Bank (Azerbaijan)?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Azerbaijan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does OJSC Vtb Bank (Azerbaijan) have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, VTBAAZ22XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for OJSC Vtb Bank (Azerbaijan) in Azerbaijan, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to OJSC Vtb Bank (Azerbaijan) take in Azerbaijan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of VTBAAZ22XXX mean?
VTBA is the bank code of OJSC Vtb Bank (Azerbaijan), AZ stands for Azerbaijan, 22 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.