SWIFT/BIC code BKNZNZ22800
BKNZNZ22800 belongs to Bank of New Zealand in Christchurch, New Zealand.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKNZNZ22800 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKNZNZ22 |
| Branch code | 800 |
| Bank | Bank of New Zealand |
| Branch | Christchurch |
| City | Christchurch |
| Country | New Zealand |
How the Bank of New Zealand SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKNZ Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 800 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 BKNZNZ22800?
The code BKNZNZ22800 belongs to Christchurch, a unit of Bank of New Zealand in Christchurch, New Zealand. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BKNZNZ22 instead of BKNZNZ22800?
BKNZNZ22 points to the head office of Bank of New Zealand, while BKNZNZ22800 points to Christchurch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKNZNZ22800.
What happens if I enter BKNZNZ22800 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKNZNZ22800 against the details from Bank of New Zealand before you confirm.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of New Zealand?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKNZNZ22800, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. New Zealand uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of New Zealand in New Zealand?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Has Bank of New Zealand got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 6 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of New Zealand in New Zealand. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of New Zealand.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.