SWIFT/BIC code ASTEAU21XXX
ASTEAU21XXX belongs to Asteron in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ASTEAU21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ASTEAU21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Asteron |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
The way the Asteron SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ASTE 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 SWIFT/BIC code ASTEAU21XXX?
ASTEAU21XXX identifies the headquarters of Asteron in Sydney, Australia. It is the code to use when a payment to Asteron does not need a specific branch.
Does Asteron have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ASTEAU21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Asteron in Australia, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Asteron?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of ASTEAU21XXX stand for?
ASTE is the bank code of Asteron, AU stands for Australia, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Asteron?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ASTEAU21XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Asteron in Australia?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.