SWIFT/BIC code CTBAAU2S800
CTBAAU2S800 belongs to Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney in Darwin, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTBAAU2S800 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTBAAU2S |
| Branch code | 800 |
| Bank | Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney |
| Branch | — |
| City | Darwin |
| Country | Australia |
The way the Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CTBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2S Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 800 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 branch is behind SWIFT code CTBAAU2S800?
CTBAAU2S800 identifies Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney, a unit of Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney in Darwin, Australia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use CTBAAU2S instead of CTBAAU2S800?
CTBAAU2S is the main office of Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney, while CTBAAU2S800 points to Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CTBAAU2S800.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney?
Many banks add several percent 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.
What does each part of CTBAAU2S800 stand for?
CTBA is the bank code of Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney, AU stands for Australia, 2S is the code for the city or region and 800 is the code of the branch Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney.
Does Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 12 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney in Australia, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CTBAAU2S800, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.