SWIFT/BIC code CLTNAU21XXX

CLTNAU21XXX belongs to Community Alliance Credit Union LTD in Wollongong, Australia.

CLTNAU21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLTNAU21XXX
8-character codeCLTNAU21
Branch codeXXX
BankCommunity Alliance Credit Union LTD
BranchHead office
CityWollongong
CountryAustralia

The way the Community Alliance Credit Union LTD SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

CLTN Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
AU 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 uses SWIFT code CLTNAU21XXX?

CLTNAU21XXX identifies the headquarters of Community Alliance Credit Union LTD in Wollongong, Australia. Use it when a payment to Community Alliance Credit Union LTD does not need a specific branch.

What happens if I use CLTNAU21XXX with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CLTNAU21XXX with the recipient before sending.

What is the best way to send money to Community Alliance Credit Union LTD in Australia?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Does Community Alliance Credit Union LTD have only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, CLTNAU21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Community Alliance Credit Union LTD in Australia, so there is no branch code to choose.

Are CLTNAU21 and CLTNAU21XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. CLTNAU21 is the 8-character version of CLTNAU21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Community Alliance Credit Union LTD in Wollongong.

How long does a transfer to Community Alliance Credit Union LTD take?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.