SWIFT/BIC code CTBAAU2SCLS
CTBAAU2SCLS belongs to Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTBAAU2SCLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTBAAU2S |
| Branch code | CLS |
| Bank | Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney |
| Branch | Cls Control Function |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
How the Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- CLS 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 CTBAAU2SCLS?
The code CTBAAU2SCLS belongs to Cls Control Function, a branch or department of Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney in Sydney, Australia. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney in Australia?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Does Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 12 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney in Australia. All of them are listed on the page of Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CTBAAU2SCLS, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in CTBAAU2SCLS mean?
CTBA is the institution code of Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney, AU stands for Australia, 2S is the location code and CLS identifies the department Cls Control Function.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.