SWIFT/BIC code GIBAATWWHIM
GIBAATWWHIM belongs to Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG in Himberg, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GIBAATWWHIM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GIBAATWW |
| Branch code | HIM |
| Bank | Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Himberg |
| Country | Austria |
The way the Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- HIM 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code GIBAATWWHIM?
GIBAATWWHIM identifies Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG, a branch or department of Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG in Himberg, Austria. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use GIBAATWW instead of GIBAATWWHIM?
GIBAATWW points to the main office of Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG, while GIBAATWWHIM points to Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use GIBAATWWHIM if the recipient asks for it.
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.
Has Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 57 SWIFT/BIC codes for Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG in Austria. All of them are listed on the page of Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG.
What does each part of GIBAATWWHIM stand for?
GIBA is the institution code of Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG, AT is the ISO code of Austria, WW is the location code and HIM identifies the branch Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG.
Do I need GIBAATWWHIM for a euro transfer to Austria?
Austria belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need GIBAATWWHIM.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.