SWIFT/BIC code CEBNNZ21XXX
CEBNNZ21XXX belongs to Century Bancorp in Auckland, New Zealand.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CEBNNZ21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CEBNNZ21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Century Bancorp |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Auckland |
| Country | New Zealand |
The way the Century Bancorp SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CEBN 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
What bank is behind BIC CEBNNZ21XXX?
The code CEBNNZ21XXX belongs to the head office of Century Bancorp in Auckland, New Zealand. It is the code to use when a payment to Century Bancorp does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter CEBNNZ21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CEBNNZ21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Century Bancorp have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, CEBNNZ21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Century Bancorp in New Zealand, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Century Bancorp?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in New Zealand Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Century Bancorp?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CEBNNZ21XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. New Zealand uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in CEBNNZ21XXX stand for?
CEBN is the institution code of Century Bancorp, NZ is the ISO code of New Zealand, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.