SWIFT/BIC code CTBAAU2SFXD
CTBAAU2SFXD belongs to Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTBAAU2SFXD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTBAAU2S |
| Branch code | FXD |
| Bank | Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney |
| Branch | Group Treasury Foreign Exchange Accounting and Settlements |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
How the Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- FXD 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CTBAAU2SFXD?
The code CTBAAU2SFXD belongs to Group Treasury Foreign Exchange Accounting and Settlements, a branch or department of Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney in Sydney, Australia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CTBAAU2SFXD, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney in Australia?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney in Australia?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in CTBAAU2SFXD mean?
CTBA is the institution code of Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney, AU stands for Australia, 2S is the location code and FXD is the code of the branch Group Treasury Foreign Exchange Accounting and Settlements.
What happens if I use CTBAAU2SFXD with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CTBAAU2SFXD with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.