SWIFT/BIC code ABVRATW1XXX
ABVRATW1XXX belongs to Start:bausparkasse E.gen. in Vienna, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABVRATW1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABVRATW1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Start:bausparkasse E.gen. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vienna |
| Country | Austria |
How the Start:bausparkasse E.gen. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABVR Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- W1 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 institution uses BIC ABVRATW1XXX?
ABVRATW1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Start:bausparkasse E.gen. in Vienna, Austria. It is the code to use when a payment to Start:bausparkasse E.gen. does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of ABVRATW1XXX stand for?
ABVR is the institution code of Start:bausparkasse E.gen., AT is the ISO code of Austria, W1 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Does Start:bausparkasse E.gen. have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ABVRATW1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Start:bausparkasse E.gen. in Austria, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I use ABVRATW1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ABVRATW1XXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Start:bausparkasse E.gen. in Austria?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to Start:bausparkasse E.gen. take in Austria?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.