SWIFT/BIC code XPICRU2PXXX
XPICRU2PXXX belongs to Saint-Petersburg Currency Exchange in St. Petersburg, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | XPICRU2PXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | XPICRU2P |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Saint-Petersburg Currency Exchange |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | St. Petersburg |
| Country | Russia |
The way the Saint-Petersburg Currency Exchange SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- XPIC 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code XPICRU2PXXX?
XPICRU2PXXX identifies the head office of Saint-Petersburg Currency Exchange in St. Petersburg, Russia. It is the code to use when a payment to Saint-Petersburg Currency Exchange does not need a specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Saint-Petersburg Currency Exchange?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code XPICRU2PXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Russia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of XPICRU2PXXX stand for?
XPIC is the bank code of Saint-Petersburg Currency Exchange, RU is the ISO code of Russia, 2P is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
How long does a transfer to Saint-Petersburg Currency Exchange take in Russia?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Are XPICRU2P and XPICRU2PXXX the same code?
Yes. XPICRU2P is the short version of XPICRU2PXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Saint-Petersburg Currency Exchange in St. Petersburg.
What happens if I enter XPICRU2PXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check XPICRU2PXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.