SWIFT/BIC code CTBAAU2SXXX
CTBAAU2SXXX belongs to Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTBAAU2SXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTBAAU2S |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney |
| Branch | Head office |
| 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.
- 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 BIC CTBAAU2SXXX?
The code CTBAAU2SXXX belongs to the headquarters of Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney in Sydney, Australia. It is the code to use when a payment to Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney does not need a specific branch.
Are CTBAAU2S and CTBAAU2SXXX the same code?
Yes. CTBAAU2S is the short version of CTBAAU2SXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney in Sydney.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in CTBAAU2SXXX 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 XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CTBAAU2SXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Australia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sydney take in Australia?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.