SWIFT/BIC code AEIAAU21XXX
AEIAAU21XXX belongs to American Express International Inc (Australia Branch) in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AEIAAU21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AEIAAU21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | American Express International Inc (Australia Branch) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
The way the American Express International Inc (Australia Branch) SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AEIA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 is behind BIC AEIAAU21XXX?
AEIAAU21XXX identifies the head office of American Express International Inc (Australia Branch) in Sydney, Australia. Use it when you send money to an account at American Express International Inc (Australia Branch).
What happens if I use AEIAAU21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AEIAAU21XXX against the details from American Express International Inc (Australia Branch) before you confirm.
Are AEIAAU21 and AEIAAU21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. AEIAAU21 is the short version of AEIAAU21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach American Express International Inc (Australia Branch) in Sydney.
How long does it take to send money to American Express International Inc (Australia Branch)?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at American Express International Inc (Australia Branch)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AEIAAU21XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in AEIAAU21XXX stand for?
AEIA is the bank code of American Express International Inc (Australia Branch), AU is the ISO code of Australia, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.