SWIFT/BIC code NATAAU33OBU
NATAAU33OBU belongs to National Australia Bank Limited in Melbourne, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NATAAU33OBU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NATAAU33 |
| Branch code | OBU |
| Bank | National Australia Bank Limited |
| Branch | Offshore Banking Unit |
| City | Melbourne |
| Country | Australia |
How the National Australia Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NATA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 33 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- OBU 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 NATAAU33OBU?
The code NATAAU33OBU belongs to Offshore Banking Unit, a branch or department of National Australia Bank Limited in Melbourne, Australia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has National Australia Bank Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 18 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Australia Bank Limited in Australia, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Australia Bank Limited in Australia?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use NATAAU33OBU incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NATAAU33OBU against the details from National Australia Bank Limited before sending.
Can I use NATAAU33 instead of NATAAU33OBU?
NATAAU33 is the main office of National Australia Bank Limited, while NATAAU33OBU is Offshore Banking Unit. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NATAAU33OBU if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of NATAAU33OBU stand for?
NATA is the institution code of National Australia Bank Limited, AU stands for Australia, 33 is the location code and OBU identifies the department Offshore Banking Unit.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.