SWIFT/BIC code GIBAATWGXXX
GIBAATWGXXX belongs to Erste Group Bank AG in Vienna, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GIBAATWGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GIBAATWG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Erste Group Bank AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vienna |
| Country | Austria |
How the Erste Group Bank AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GIBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- WG 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 GIBAATWGXXX?
The code GIBAATWGXXX belongs to the main office of Erste Group Bank AG in Vienna, Austria. Use it when you send money to an account at Erste Group Bank AG.
Do I need GIBAATWGXXX for a euro transfer to Austria?
Austria belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need GIBAATWGXXX.
How long does a transfer to Erste Group Bank AG take in Austria?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is GIBAATWG and GIBAATWGXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. GIBAATWG is the short version of GIBAATWGXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Erste Group Bank AG in Vienna.
What is the best way to send money to Erste Group Bank AG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use GIBAATWGXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GIBAATWGXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.