SWIFT/BIC code BKAUATWWSCH
BKAUATWWSCH belongs to Unicredit Bank Austria AG in Schwechat, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKAUATWWSCH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKAUATWW |
| Branch code | SCH |
| Bank | Unicredit Bank Austria AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Schwechat |
| Country | Austria |
How the Unicredit Bank Austria AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- SCH 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 BKAUATWWSCH?
BKAUATWWSCH is the SWIFT/BIC code of Unicredit Bank Austria AG, a unit of Unicredit Bank Austria AG in Schwechat, Austria. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Unicredit Bank Austria AG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 76 SWIFT/BIC codes for Unicredit Bank Austria AG in Austria. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use BKAUATWW instead of BKAUATWWSCH?
BKAUATWW is the head office of Unicredit Bank Austria AG, while BKAUATWWSCH is Unicredit Bank Austria AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BKAUATWWSCH if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter BKAUATWWSCH incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKAUATWWSCH against the details from Unicredit Bank Austria AG before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Unicredit Bank Austria AG?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Unicredit Bank Austria AG take in Austria?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.