SWIFT/BIC code BWSTUS66XXX
BWSTUS66XXX belongs to Bank of The West in San Francisco,ca, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BWSTUS66XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BWSTUS66 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of The West |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | San Francisco,ca |
| Country | United States |
How the Bank of The West SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BWST Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- US Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 66 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 BWSTUS66XXX?
The code BWSTUS66XXX belongs to the head office of Bank of The West in San Francisco,ca, United States. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bank of The West.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of The West in United States?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in US Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Bank of The West have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of The West in United States. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of The West.
Are BWSTUS66 and BWSTUS66XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BWSTUS66 is the 8-character version of BWSTUS66XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Bank of The West in San Francisco,ca.
How long does a transfer to Bank of The West take in United States?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I use BWSTUS66XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BWSTUS66XXX against the details from Bank of The West before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.