SWIFT/BIC code KAPVATW1XXX
KAPVATW1XXX belongs to Kathrein and Co Privatgeschaftsbank AG in Vienna, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KAPVATW1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KAPVATW1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kathrein and Co Privatgeschaftsbank AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vienna |
| Country | Austria |
The way the Kathrein and Co Privatgeschaftsbank AG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KAPV 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code KAPVATW1XXX?
The code KAPVATW1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Kathrein and Co Privatgeschaftsbank AG in Vienna, Austria. Use it when a payment to Kathrein and Co Privatgeschaftsbank AG does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in KAPVATW1XXX stand for?
KAPV is the bank code of Kathrein and Co Privatgeschaftsbank AG, AT stands for Austria, W1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What is the best way to send money to Kathrein and Co Privatgeschaftsbank AG in Austria?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Are KAPVATW1 and KAPVATW1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. KAPVATW1 is the 8-character version of KAPVATW1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Kathrein and Co Privatgeschaftsbank AG in Vienna.
Do I need KAPVATW1XXX for a euro transfer to Austria?
Austria belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need KAPVATW1XXX.
How long does a transfer to Kathrein and Co Privatgeschaftsbank AG take in Austria?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.