Making international money transfers to or from Albania requires accurate details, and one of the most important is the SWIFT code. Below is the complete list of active Albania SWIFT codes for all licensed banks and financial institutions.
What is a SWIFT Code?
A SWIFT code (also called a BIC – Bank Identifier Code) is a unique code used to identify a bank globally. It ensures money is transferred securely between financial institutions.
- Structure:
- First 4 characters → Bank code (letters)
- Next 2 characters → Country code (letters)
- Next 2 characters → Location code (letters or digits)
- Last 3 characters → Branch code (optional; ‘XXX’ for head office)
For example: SGSBALTX is the SWIFT code for Raiffeisen Bank Albania.
Full List of Albania SWIFT Codes
| ID | Bank / Institution | City | Branch | SWIFT Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Albanian Securities Register ALREG | Tirana | – | RSTAALTT |
| 2 | American Bank of Investments S.A. | Tirana | – | EMPOALTR |
| 3 | Bank of Albania | Tirana | – | STANALTR |
| 4 | Bank of Albania | Tirana | – | STANALTS |
| 5 | Banka Kombetare Tregtare Sh.A. | Tirana | – | NCBAALTX |
| 6 | Banka OTP Albania Sh.A | Tirana | – | CRBAALTR |
| 7 | Banka OTP Albania Sh.A. | Tirana | – | PUPPALTR |
| 8 | Credins Bank S.A. | Tirana | – | CDISALTR |
| 9 | First Investment Bank – Albania Sh.A | Tirana | – | FINVALTR |
| 10 | Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Albania Sh.A. | Tirana | – | USALALTR |
| 11 | Ministry of Finance of Albania | Tirana | – | MIFBALTR |
| 12 | ProCredit Bank Sh.A. Albania (Formerly FEFAD Bank) | Tirana | Head Office | FEFAALTR |
| 13 | Raiffeisen Bank Sh.A. | Tirana | – | SGSBALTX |
| 14 | Tirana Bank | Tirana | – | TIRBALTR |
| 15 | Union Bank Sh.A. | Tirana | – | UNALALTR |
| 16 | United Bank of Albania Sh.A. | Tirana | – | AAISALTR |
Why SWIFT Codes Are Important in Albania
Using the correct Albania SWIFT codes ensures funds reach the right bank account securely and quickly. Mistakes can lead to delays or funds being sent to the wrong institution.
Whether transferring through Raiffeisen Bank, OTP Albania, Credins, ProCredit, Tirana Bank, or Union Bank, always confirm the SWIFT code before initiating your transfer.
Final Word
This list of active Albania SWIFT codes provides everything you need for smooth and secure international banking. Always verify details with your bank before completing a transfer.








