SWIFT/BIC code GIBAATWWSTO
GIBAATWWSTO belongs to Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG in Stockerau, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GIBAATWWSTO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GIBAATWW |
| Branch code | STO |
| Bank | Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Stockerau |
| 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.
- STO 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 GIBAATWWSTO?
GIBAATWWSTO identifies Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG, part of Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG in Stockerau, Austria. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of GIBAATWWSTO stand for?
GIBA is the bank code of Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG, AT stands for Austria, WW is the location code and STO identifies the department Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG.
What is the best 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 the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter GIBAATWWSTO incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GIBAATWWSTO with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 57 SWIFT/BIC codes for Erste Bank der Oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG in Austria, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need GIBAATWWSTO for a euro transfer to Austria?
Austria is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need GIBAATWWSTO.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.