BANK OF ALBANIA

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Albania

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A SWIFT code — sometimes also called a SWIFT number — is a standard format for Business Identifier Codes (BIC). Banks and financial institutions use them to identify themselves globally. It says who and where they are — a sort of international bank code or ID.

These codes are used when transferring money between banks, particularly for <a>international money transfers</a> or SEPA payments. Banks also use these codes to exchange messages between each other.

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If you ask your bank to send money to a SWIFT code that doesn’t exist, they should reverse the payment and return your money. But this might take some time, and your bank may charge you a fee. So use our SWIFT code checker above to confirm that your SWIFT code exists and is in the right format.

What if the SWIFT code exists, but it’s the wrong one, and so you’ve sent money to the wrong place? This is a tricky situation and that’s why it’s important to always confirm the details with the recipient before you send money. If you realise you’ve sent money to the wrong SWIFT code, get in touch with your bank as soon as you can.

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SWIFT/BIC codes always follow a set format. This means we can tell if yours is valid or not, and show you what each part of it represents.

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If you’re sending or receiving money internationally between banks, particularly international wire transfers or SEPA payments, you may be asked for a SWIFT code. SWIFT codes help banks to process transfers from abroad.

When do you need a SWIFT/BIC code?

You can usually find your bank’s SWIFT/BIC code in your bank account statements. You also can use our SWIFT/BIC finder to get the right code for your transfer.

Where can I find my SWIFT/BIC code?

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SWIFT codes are typically long, and it’s easy to make a mistake when typing them character by character. Try to copy and paste when you can.

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When sending money online, you should always use the digital format. Some banks will reject your transfer if you use the print format, with spaces between the characters.

Incorrect formats

Banks will sometimes ask for more details. It’s important you enter these details correctly, or your transfer could be rejected — even if the SWIFT is valid.

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When sending or receiving money, always check the SWIFT code with your recipient or bank.

If you think you've used the wrong SWIFT code to send money, you should get in contact with your bank right away. They may be able to cancel the transaction. If it's too late to cancel, you might have to contact the recipient yourself and request that they return your money.

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You can usually find your bank’s BIC or SWIFT code in your bank account statements. Or, you can use our BIC / SWIFT code finder.

How to find a bank SWIFT code

Use our BIC / SWIFT code finder to look up a SWIFT code. Search by bank or country — or search for the SWIFT code of a particular bank branch. If you’ve already got a code, you can use the BIC / SWIFT finder to check that it’s correct.

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4 letters representing the bank. It usually looks like a shortened version of that bank's name.

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2 letters representing the country the bank is in.

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A SWIFT/BIC is an 8-11 character code that identifies your country, city, bank, and branch.

A SWIFT code — sometimes also called a BIC number — is a standard format for Business Identifier Codes (BIC). It’s used to identify banks and financial institutions globally. It says who and where they are — a sort of international bank code or ID.

These codes are used when transferring money between banks, in particular for international wire transfers or SEPA payments. Banks also use these codes to exchange messages between each other.

Example of a SWIFT code

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2 characters made up of letters or numbers. It says where that bank's head office is.

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If you’re using a bank to send money to this code, remember to check it with the bank or recipient. We can’t tell you if it’s real, or if it’s the right SWIFT code for a particular account.

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