SWIFT/BIC code GOSTATW1XXX
GOSTATW1XXX belongs to Golden Star Bank in Vienna, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GOSTATW1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GOSTATW1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Golden Star Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vienna |
| Country | Austria |
How the Golden Star Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GOST Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- W1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 BIC GOSTATW1XXX?
GOSTATW1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Golden Star Bank in Vienna, Austria. It is the code to use when a payment to Golden Star Bank does not need a specific branch.
Does Golden Star Bank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GOSTATW1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Golden Star Bank in Austria, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in GOSTATW1XXX stand for?
GOST is the institution code of Golden Star Bank, AT stands for Austria, W1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What happens if I enter GOSTATW1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GOSTATW1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Golden Star Bank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need GOSTATW1XXX to send euros to Austria?
Austria belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need GOSTATW1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.