SWIFT/BIC code ANZBNZ22797
ANZBNZ22797 belongs to Anz Bank New Zealand Limited in Christchurch, New Zealand.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ANZBNZ22797 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ANZBNZ22 |
| Branch code | 797 |
| Bank | Anz Bank New Zealand Limited |
| Branch | — |
| City | Christchurch |
| Country | New Zealand |
The way the Anz Bank New Zealand Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ANZB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 797 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code ANZBNZ22797?
The code ANZBNZ22797 belongs to Anz Bank New Zealand Limited, a unit of Anz Bank New Zealand Limited in Christchurch, New Zealand. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Anz Bank New Zealand Limited in New Zealand?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in New Zealand Dollar with transfer services before you send.
Does Anz Bank New Zealand Limited have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Anz Bank New Zealand Limited in New Zealand, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Anz Bank New Zealand Limited.
Can I use ANZBNZ22 instead of ANZBNZ22797?
ANZBNZ22 is the head office of Anz Bank New Zealand Limited, while ANZBNZ22797 is Anz Bank New Zealand Limited. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ANZBNZ22797.
What does each part of ANZBNZ22797 stand for?
ANZB is the bank code of Anz Bank New Zealand Limited, NZ stands for New Zealand, 22 is the location code and 797 identifies the department Anz Bank New Zealand Limited.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Anz Bank New Zealand Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ANZBNZ22797, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. New Zealand uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.