SWIFT/BIC code ASBBNZ2AXXX

ASBBNZ2AXXX belongs to Asb Bank Limited in Auckland, New Zealand.

ASBBNZ2AXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeASBBNZ2AXXX
8-character codeASBBNZ2A
Branch codeXXX
BankAsb Bank Limited
BranchHead office
CityAuckland
CountryNew 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.
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

What bank is behind BIC ASBBNZ2AXXX?

The code ASBBNZ2AXXX belongs to the main office of Asb Bank Limited in Auckland, New Zealand. It is the code to use when a payment to Asb Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.

Has Asb Bank Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 7 SWIFT/BIC codes for Asb Bank Limited in New Zealand, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

How long does it take to send money to Asb Bank Limited in New Zealand?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Asb Bank 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 – the difference can be large.

What happens if I use ASBBNZ2AXXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ASBBNZ2AXXX with the recipient before sending.

What does each part of ASBBNZ2AXXX mean?

ASBB is the institution code of Asb Bank Limited, NZ stands for New Zealand, 2A is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.