SWIFT/BIC code GIBAATWWPUR
GIBAATWWPUR belongs to Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG in Purkersdorf, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GIBAATWWPUR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GIBAATWW |
| Branch code | PUR |
| Bank | Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Purkersdorf |
| Country | Austria |
How 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.
- PUR 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 is behind SWIFT code GIBAATWWPUR?
GIBAATWWPUR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG, a branch or department of Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG in Purkersdorf, Austria. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG in Austria?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in GIBAATWWPUR mean?
GIBA is the bank code of Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG, AT stands for Austria, WW is the location code and PUR identifies the branch Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG.
What happens if I use GIBAATWWPUR with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GIBAATWWPUR with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG in Austria?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GIBAATWWPUR to send euros to Austria?
Austria is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need GIBAATWWPUR.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.