SWIFT/BIC code BKAUATWWWAT
BKAUATWWWAT belongs to Unicredit Bank Austria AG in Wattens, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKAUATWWWAT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKAUATWW |
| Branch code | WAT |
| Bank | Unicredit Bank Austria AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Wattens |
| 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.
- WAT 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 is behind BIC BKAUATWWWAT?
BKAUATWWWAT is the SWIFT/BIC code of Unicredit Bank Austria AG, part of Unicredit Bank Austria AG in Wattens, Austria. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of BKAUATWWWAT stand for?
BKAU is the bank code of Unicredit Bank Austria AG, AT is the ISO code of Austria, WW is the code for the city or region and WAT is the code of the department Unicredit Bank Austria AG.
What happens if I enter BKAUATWWWAT incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKAUATWWWAT against the details from Unicredit Bank Austria AG before sending.
Can I use BKAUATWW instead of BKAUATWWWAT?
BKAUATWW points to the main office of Unicredit Bank Austria AG, while BKAUATWWWAT points to Unicredit Bank Austria AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BKAUATWWWAT if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need BKAUATWWWAT for a euro transfer to Austria?
Austria belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BKAUATWWWAT.
How long does it take to send money to Unicredit Bank Austria AG in Austria?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.