SWIFT/BIC code BKNZNZ22900
BKNZNZ22900 belongs to Bank of New Zealand in Dunedin, New Zealand.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKNZNZ22900 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKNZNZ22 |
| Branch code | 900 |
| Bank | Bank of New Zealand |
| Branch | Dunedin |
| City | Dunedin |
| Country | New Zealand |
The way 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.
- 900 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/BIC code BKNZNZ22900?
BKNZNZ22900 identifies Dunedin, a branch or department of Bank of New Zealand in Dunedin, New Zealand. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of New Zealand?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in New Zealand Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in BKNZNZ22900 mean?
BKNZ is the institution code of Bank of New Zealand, NZ is the ISO code of New Zealand, 22 is the location code and 900 identifies the branch Dunedin.
Can I use BKNZNZ22 instead of BKNZNZ22900?
BKNZNZ22 is the head office of Bank of New Zealand, while BKNZNZ22900 is Dunedin. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BKNZNZ22900 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bank of New Zealand take in New Zealand?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of New Zealand?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKNZNZ22900, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. New Zealand is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.