SWIFT/BIC code BUTWNZ21XXX
BUTWNZ21XXX belongs to UBS New Zealand LTD in Auckland, New Zealand.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BUTWNZ21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BUTWNZ21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | UBS New Zealand LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Auckland |
| Country | New Zealand |
How the UBS New Zealand LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BUTW Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BUTWNZ21XXX?
BUTWNZ21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of UBS New Zealand LTD in Auckland, New Zealand. It is the code to use when a payment to UBS New Zealand LTD does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use BUTWNZ21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BUTWNZ21XXX against the details from UBS New Zealand LTD before sending.
Is BUTWNZ21 and BUTWNZ21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BUTWNZ21 is the short version of BUTWNZ21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to UBS New Zealand LTD in Auckland.
How long does it take to send money to UBS New Zealand LTD?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at UBS New Zealand LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BUTWNZ21XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. New Zealand is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BUTWNZ21XXX mean?
BUTW is the bank code of UBS New Zealand LTD, NZ is the ISO code of New Zealand, 21 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.