SWIFT/BIC code MEVRAT21XXX
MEVRAT21XXX belongs to Merkur Versicherung in Graz, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MEVRAT21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MEVRAT21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Merkur Versicherung |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Graz |
| Country | Austria |
The way the Merkur Versicherung SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MEVR Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AT 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
What bank uses SWIFT code MEVRAT21XXX?
The code MEVRAT21XXX belongs to the main office of Merkur Versicherung in Graz, Austria. Use it when a payment to Merkur Versicherung does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Merkur Versicherung?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Merkur Versicherung?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need MEVRAT21XXX to send euros to Austria?
Austria belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MEVRAT21XXX.
Are MEVRAT21 and MEVRAT21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. MEVRAT21 is the short version of MEVRAT21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Merkur Versicherung in Graz.
What happens if I enter MEVRAT21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MEVRAT21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.