SWIFT/BIC code GRTEAU21XXX
GRTEAU21XXX belongs to Greater Bank Limited in Hamilton, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GRTEAU21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GRTEAU21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Greater Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hamilton |
| Country | Australia |
How the Greater Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GRTE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code GRTEAU21XXX?
The code GRTEAU21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Greater Bank Limited in Hamilton, Australia. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Greater Bank Limited.
Are GRTEAU21 and GRTEAU21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. GRTEAU21 is the 8-character version of GRTEAU21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Greater Bank Limited in Hamilton.
How long does it take to send money to Greater Bank Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do the letters in GRTEAU21XXX stand for?
GRTE is the institution code of Greater Bank Limited, AU is the ISO code of Australia, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Greater Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code GRTEAU21XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Does Greater Bank Limited use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GRTEAU21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Greater Bank Limited in Australia, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.