SWIFT/BIC code ASBBNZ2ASEC
ASBBNZ2ASEC belongs to Asb Bank Limited in Auckland, New Zealand.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ASBBNZ2ASEC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ASBBNZ2A |
| Branch code | SEC |
| Bank | Asb Bank Limited |
| Branch | Securities |
| City | Auckland |
| Country | New Zealand |
The way the Asb Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ASBB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2A Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- SEC 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code ASBBNZ2ASEC?
ASBBNZ2ASEC identifies Securities, a branch or department of Asb Bank Limited in Auckland, New Zealand. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Asb Bank Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in New Zealand Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of ASBBNZ2ASEC stand for?
ASBB is the bank code of Asb Bank Limited, NZ is the ISO code of New Zealand, 2A is the code for the city or region and SEC is the code of the department Securities.
How long does a transfer to Asb Bank Limited take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use ASBBNZ2ASEC incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ASBBNZ2ASEC against the details from Asb Bank Limited before sending.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Asb Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ASBBNZ2ASEC, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. New Zealand uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.