SWIFT/BIC code BKAUATWWSTR
BKAUATWWSTR belongs to Unicredit Bank Austria AG in Strasswalchen, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKAUATWWSTR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKAUATWW |
| Branch code | STR |
| Bank | Unicredit Bank Austria AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Strasswalchen |
| Country | Austria |
The way 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.
- STR 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 SWIFT code BKAUATWWSTR?
The code BKAUATWWSTR belongs to Unicredit Bank Austria AG, a branch or department of Unicredit Bank Austria AG in Strasswalchen, Austria. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Unicredit Bank Austria AG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 76 SWIFT/BIC codes for Unicredit Bank Austria AG in Austria, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Unicredit Bank Austria AG.
Can I use BKAUATWW instead of BKAUATWWSTR?
BKAUATWW points to the head office of Unicredit Bank Austria AG, while BKAUATWWSTR 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 BKAUATWWSTR.
Do I need BKAUATWWSTR to send euros to Austria?
Austria is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BKAUATWWSTR.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use BKAUATWWSTR incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKAUATWWSTR against the details from Unicredit Bank Austria AG before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.