SWIFT/BIC code FORBNZ21XXX
FORBNZ21XXX belongs to Forsyth Barr LTD in Dunedin, New Zealand.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FORBNZ21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FORBNZ21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Forsyth Barr LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Dunedin |
| Country | New Zealand |
The way the Forsyth Barr LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FORB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 uses BIC FORBNZ21XXX?
The code FORBNZ21XXX belongs to the main office of Forsyth Barr LTD in Dunedin, New Zealand. It is the code to use when a payment to Forsyth Barr LTD does not need a specific branch.
Is FORBNZ21 and FORBNZ21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. FORBNZ21 is the short version of FORBNZ21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Forsyth Barr LTD in Dunedin.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Forsyth Barr LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code FORBNZ21XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. New Zealand uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in FORBNZ21XXX mean?
FORB is the bank code of Forsyth Barr LTD, NZ is the ISO code of New Zealand, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
How long does it take to send money to Forsyth Barr LTD?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does Forsyth Barr LTD have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, FORBNZ21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Forsyth Barr LTD in New Zealand, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.