SWIFT/BIC code XSAMRU31XXX
XSAMRU31XXX belongs to Samara Currency Interbank Exchange Oao in Samara, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | XSAMRU31XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | XSAMRU31 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Samara Currency Interbank Exchange Oao |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Samara |
| Country | Russia |
How the Samara Currency Interbank Exchange Oao SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- XSAM Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- RU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 31 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code XSAMRU31XXX?
XSAMRU31XXX identifies the main office of Samara Currency Interbank Exchange Oao in Samara, Russia. Use it when you send money to an account at Samara Currency Interbank Exchange Oao.
What does each part of XSAMRU31XXX stand for?
XSAM is the institution code of Samara Currency Interbank Exchange Oao, RU stands for Russia, 31 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Samara Currency Interbank Exchange Oao?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code XSAMRU31XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Russia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Samara Currency Interbank Exchange Oao in Russia?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Samara Currency Interbank Exchange Oao?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Russia with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Are XSAMRU31 and XSAMRU31XXX the same code?
Yes. XSAMRU31 is the 8-character version of XSAMRU31XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Samara Currency Interbank Exchange Oao in Samara.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.