SWIFT/BIC code CHAANZ21XXX
CHAANZ21XXX belongs to John Chapman in Taupo, New Zealand.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CHAANZ21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CHAANZ21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | John Chapman |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Taupo |
| Country | New Zealand |
The way the John Chapman SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CHAA 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code CHAANZ21XXX?
CHAANZ21XXX identifies the headquarters of John Chapman in Taupo, New Zealand. Use it when a payment to John Chapman does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to John Chapman in New Zealand?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Are CHAANZ21 and CHAANZ21XXX the same code?
Yes. CHAANZ21 is the short version of CHAANZ21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to John Chapman in Taupo.
What does each part of CHAANZ21XXX stand for?
CHAA is the institution code of John Chapman, NZ stands for New Zealand, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at John Chapman?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CHAANZ21XXX, 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.
Does John Chapman have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CHAANZ21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for John Chapman in New Zealand, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.