SWIFT/BIC code BBFXUS6SXXX
BBFXUS6SXXX belongs to Western Alliance Bank in Phoenix,az, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BBFXUS6SXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BBFXUS6S |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Western Alliance Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Phoenix,az |
| Country | United States |
How the Western Alliance Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BBFX Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- US Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 6S 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 BBFXUS6SXXX?
BBFXUS6SXXX identifies the main office of Western Alliance Bank in Phoenix,az, United States. Use it when you send money to an account at Western Alliance Bank.
How long does a transfer to Western Alliance Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Western Alliance Bank in United States?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in US Dollar with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of BBFXUS6SXXX stand for?
BBFX is the bank code of Western Alliance Bank, US stands for United States, 6S is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Western Alliance Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BBFXUS6SXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. United States uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter BBFXUS6SXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BBFXUS6SXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.