SWIFT/BIC code BKAUATWWKAP
BKAUATWWKAP belongs to Unicredit Bank Austria AG in Kapfenberg, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKAUATWWKAP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKAUATWW |
| Branch code | KAP |
| Bank | Unicredit Bank Austria AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Kapfenberg |
| 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.
- KAP 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 uses BIC BKAUATWWKAP?
BKAUATWWKAP is the SWIFT/BIC code of Unicredit Bank Austria AG, a branch or department of Unicredit Bank Austria AG in Kapfenberg, Austria. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Unicredit Bank Austria AG?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BKAUATWWKAP 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. If you send another currency you still need BKAUATWWKAP.
How long does a transfer to Unicredit Bank Austria AG take in Austria?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter BKAUATWWKAP incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKAUATWWKAP with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BKAUATWW instead of BKAUATWWKAP?
BKAUATWW points to the main office of Unicredit Bank Austria AG, while BKAUATWWKAP is Unicredit Bank Austria AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKAUATWWKAP.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.