SWIFT/BIC code IVESAU22XXX
IVESAU22XXX belongs to Investec Australia Limited in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IVESAU22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IVESAU22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Investec Australia Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
How the Investec Australia Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- IVES Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code IVESAU22XXX?
The code IVESAU22XXX belongs to the main office of Investec Australia Limited in Sydney, Australia. Use it when a payment to Investec Australia Limited does not need a specific branch.
Is IVESAU22 and IVESAU22XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. IVESAU22 is the 8-character version of IVESAU22XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Investec Australia Limited in Sydney.
What happens if I enter IVESAU22XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check IVESAU22XXX against the details from Investec Australia Limited before you confirm.
What do the letters in IVESAU22XXX mean?
IVES is the bank code of Investec Australia Limited, AU is the ISO code of Australia, 22 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Investec Australia Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code IVESAU22XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Investec Australia Limited take in Australia?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.