SWIFT/BIC code DEFEAU31XXX
DEFEAU31XXX belongs to Defence Bank Limited in Melbourne, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DEFEAU31XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DEFEAU31 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Defence Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Melbourne |
| Country | Australia |
The way the Defence Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- DEFE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 31 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 SWIFT code DEFEAU31XXX?
The code DEFEAU31XXX belongs to the main office of Defence Bank Limited in Melbourne, Australia. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Defence Bank Limited.
How long does it take to send money to Defence Bank Limited 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 and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Defence Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code DEFEAU31XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of DEFEAU31XXX mean?
DEFE is the bank code of Defence Bank Limited, AU is the ISO code of Australia, 31 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What is the best way to send money to Defence Bank Limited in Australia?
Many banks 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.
Is DEFEAU31 and DEFEAU31XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. DEFEAU31 is the short version of DEFEAU31XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Defence Bank Limited in Melbourne.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.