SWIFT/BIC code GIBAATWWPI2
GIBAATWWPI2 belongs to Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG in Bernstein, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GIBAATWWPI2 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GIBAATWW |
| Branch code | PI2 |
| Bank | Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bernstein |
| Country | Austria |
The way the Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- PI2 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 BIC GIBAATWWPI2?
GIBAATWWPI2 identifies Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG, part of Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG in Bernstein, Austria. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in GIBAATWWPI2 mean?
GIBA is the bank code of Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG, AT stands for Austria, WW is the code for the city or region and PI2 is the code of the branch Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG.
Can I use GIBAATWW instead of GIBAATWWPI2?
GIBAATWW points to the main office of Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG, while GIBAATWWPI2 is Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GIBAATWWPI2.
What happens if I enter GIBAATWWPI2 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GIBAATWWPI2 with the recipient before sending.
Does Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 57 SWIFT/BIC codes for Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG in Austria, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.