SWIFT/BIC code HVBKAU2SXXX
HVBKAU2SXXX belongs to Woori Bank Sydney Branch in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HVBKAU2SXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HVBKAU2S |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Woori Bank Sydney Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
The way the Woori Bank Sydney Branch SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HVBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2S 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 SWIFT code HVBKAU2SXXX?
HVBKAU2SXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Woori Bank Sydney Branch in Sydney, Australia. Use it when a payment to Woori Bank Sydney Branch does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Woori Bank Sydney Branch take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Are HVBKAU2S and HVBKAU2SXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. HVBKAU2S is the 8-character version of HVBKAU2SXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Woori Bank Sydney Branch in Sydney.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Woori Bank Sydney Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HVBKAU2SXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Australia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in HVBKAU2SXXX mean?
HVBK is the institution code of Woori Bank Sydney Branch, AU stands for Australia, 2S is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What is the best way to send money to Woori Bank Sydney Branch in Australia?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.