SWIFT/BIC code BOFAAUSXXXX
BOFAAUSXXXX belongs to Bank of America, N.a. Sydney in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFAAUSXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFAAUSX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of America, N.a. Sydney |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
How the Bank of America, N.a. Sydney SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOFA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SX 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code BOFAAUSXXXX?
The code BOFAAUSXXXX belongs to the headquarters of Bank of America, N.a. Sydney in Sydney, Australia. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank of America, N.a. Sydney does not need a specific branch.
Is BOFAAUSX and BOFAAUSXXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BOFAAUSX is the 8-character version of BOFAAUSXXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Bank of America, N.a. Sydney in Sydney.
What happens if I use BOFAAUSXXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFAAUSXXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of America, N.a. Sydney in Australia?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of America, N.a. Sydney?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BOFAAUSXXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Australia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BOFAAUSXXXX stand for?
BOFA is the institution code of Bank of America, N.a. Sydney, AU is the ISO code of Australia, SX is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.