SWIFT/BIC code BKAUATWWHOE
BKAUATWWHOE belongs to Unicredit Bank Austria AG in Hoechst, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKAUATWWHOE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKAUATWW |
| Branch code | HOE |
| Bank | Unicredit Bank Austria AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hoechst |
| Country | Austria |
How the Unicredit Bank Austria AG SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- HOE 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 BKAUATWWHOE?
BKAUATWWHOE is the SWIFT/BIC code of Unicredit Bank Austria AG, a branch or department of Unicredit Bank Austria AG in Hoechst, Austria. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BKAUATWWHOE with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKAUATWWHOE with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need BKAUATWWHOE to send euros to Austria?
Austria belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BKAUATWWHOE.
How long does a transfer to Unicredit Bank Austria AG take in Austria?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Unicredit Bank Austria AG in Austria?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BKAUATWW instead of BKAUATWWHOE?
BKAUATWW is the main office of Unicredit Bank Austria AG, while BKAUATWWHOE is Unicredit Bank Austria AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKAUATWWHOE.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.