About SWIFT Code KHZARU21SAR
KHZARU21SAR identifies
Bank Kholmsk, Joint-Stock Company ((Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk Branch)) in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Russia,
on the international SWIFT network. The code breaks down as: bank code
KHZA, country RU,
location 21, and branch
SAR.
Use this code when receiving or sending an international wire transfer to Bank Kholmsk, Joint-Stock Company. You will usually also need the recipient's account number or IBAN. Learn how SWIFT codes work →
Always confirm the SWIFT code with the receiving bank before transferring money - codes can change and branch codes vary by account type.
Frequently Asked Questions
What bank uses SWIFT code KHZARU21SAR?
KHZARU21SAR belongs to Bank Kholmsk, Joint-Stock Company ((Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk Branch)) in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Russia.
Is KHZARU21SAR valid for international transfers?
Yes - it's a valid 11-character BIC: bank code KHZA, country RU, location 21, branch SAR. Pair it with the recipient's account number or IBAN, and always confirm with the receiving bank before wiring money.
What's the difference between an 8 and 11 character code?
8-character codes identify the bank's head office; 11-character codes add a 3-character branch identifier. If no branch code is given, "XXX" (head office) is assumed.
What do I need besides the SWIFT code for an international transfer?
Typically the recipient's full name and address, their account number or IBAN, the bank's name and address, and the SWIFT/BIC code KHZARU21SAR. Some countries also require a purpose-of-payment code.