SWIFT/BIC code BKAUATWWHAR
BKAUATWWHAR belongs to Unicredit Bank Austria AG in Hard, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKAUATWWHAR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKAUATWW |
| Branch code | HAR |
| Bank | Unicredit Bank Austria AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hard |
| Country | Austria |
The way the Unicredit Bank Austria AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKAU Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- WW Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- HAR 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 branch uses SWIFT code BKAUATWWHAR?
BKAUATWWHAR identifies Unicredit Bank Austria AG, part of Unicredit Bank Austria AG in Hard, Austria. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need BKAUATWWHAR to send euros to Austria?
Austria is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BKAUATWWHAR.
Does Unicredit Bank Austria AG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 76 SWIFT/BIC codes for Unicredit Bank Austria AG in Austria, 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 Unicredit Bank Austria AG?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use BKAUATWW instead of BKAUATWWHAR?
BKAUATWW points to the head office of Unicredit Bank Austria AG, while BKAUATWWHAR is Unicredit Bank Austria AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BKAUATWWHAR if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Unicredit Bank Austria AG in Austria?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.