SWIFT/BIC code KRAUATW1XXX
KRAUATW1XXX belongs to Kreditverein der Bank Austria in Vienna, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KRAUATW1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KRAUATW1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kreditverein der Bank Austria |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vienna |
| Country | Austria |
The way the Kreditverein der Bank Austria SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KRAU 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 KRAUATW1XXX?
KRAUATW1XXX identifies the head office of Kreditverein der Bank Austria in Vienna, Austria. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Kreditverein der Bank Austria.
What is the best way to send money to Kreditverein der Bank Austria in Austria?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Does Kreditverein der Bank Austria have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – KRAUATW1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Kreditverein der Bank Austria in Austria, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Do I need KRAUATW1XXX to send euros to Austria?
Austria is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need KRAUATW1XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Kreditverein der Bank Austria?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are KRAUATW1 and KRAUATW1XXX the same code?
Yes. KRAUATW1 is the 8-character version of KRAUATW1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Kreditverein der Bank Austria in Vienna.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.