SWIFT/BIC code BKWAAU6PXXX
BKWAAU6PXXX belongs to Bankwest A Division of Commonwealth Bank of Australia in Perth, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKWAAU6PXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKWAAU6P |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bankwest A Division of Commonwealth Bank of Australia |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Perth |
| Country | Australia |
How the Bankwest A Division of Commonwealth Bank of Australia SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKWA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 6P Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind SWIFT code BKWAAU6PXXX?
BKWAAU6PXXX identifies the main office of Bankwest A Division of Commonwealth Bank of Australia in Perth, Australia. Use it when a payment to Bankwest A Division of Commonwealth Bank of Australia does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bankwest A Division of Commonwealth Bank of Australia in Australia?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Australian Dollar with transfer services before you send.
Does Bankwest A Division of Commonwealth Bank of Australia use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BKWAAU6PXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Bankwest A Division of Commonwealth Bank of Australia in Australia, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Is BKWAAU6P and BKWAAU6PXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BKWAAU6P is the 8-character version of BKWAAU6PXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Bankwest A Division of Commonwealth Bank of Australia in Perth.
What happens if I enter BKWAAU6PXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKWAAU6PXXX with the recipient before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bankwest A Division of Commonwealth Bank of Australia?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKWAAU6PXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia uses international SWIFT transfers, 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.