SWIFT/BIC code GIBAATWWGAB
GIBAATWWGAB belongs to Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG in Gablitz, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GIBAATWWGAB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GIBAATWW |
| Branch code | GAB |
| Bank | Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Gablitz |
| Country | Austria |
How the Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen 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).
- WW Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- GAB 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 bank uses SWIFT code GIBAATWWGAB?
GIBAATWWGAB is the SWIFT/BIC code of Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG, a branch or department of Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG in Gablitz, Austria. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need GIBAATWWGAB for a euro transfer to Austria?
Austria belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need GIBAATWWGAB.
Has Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 57 SWIFT/BIC codes for Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG in Austria. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use GIBAATWWGAB incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GIBAATWWGAB with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG in Austria?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.