SWIFT/BIC code BAWOATW1XXX
BAWOATW1XXX belongs to Bawag Wohnbaubank in Vienna, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BAWOATW1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BAWOATW1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bawag Wohnbaubank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vienna |
| Country | Austria |
How the Bawag Wohnbaubank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BAWO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- W1 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 BAWOATW1XXX?
The code BAWOATW1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Bawag Wohnbaubank in Vienna, Austria. Use it when you send money to an account at Bawag Wohnbaubank.
What is the best way to send money to Bawag Wohnbaubank in Austria?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter BAWOATW1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BAWOATW1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need BAWOATW1XXX for a euro transfer to Austria?
Austria belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BAWOATW1XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Bawag Wohnbaubank?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is BAWOATW1 and BAWOATW1XXX the same code?
Yes. BAWOATW1 is the 8-character version of BAWOATW1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Bawag Wohnbaubank in Vienna.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.