SWIFT/BIC code OEKOATWWPBS
OEKOATWWPBS belongs to Oesterreichische Kontrollbank AG in Vienna, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OEKOATWWPBS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OEKOATWW |
| Branch code | PBS |
| Bank | Oesterreichische Kontrollbank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Vienna |
| Country | Austria |
The way the Oesterreichische Kontrollbank AG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- OEKO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- WW Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- PBS 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 branch uses BIC OEKOATWWPBS?
OEKOATWWPBS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Oesterreichische Kontrollbank AG, a unit of Oesterreichische Kontrollbank AG in Vienna, Austria. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of OEKOATWWPBS mean?
OEKO is the institution code of Oesterreichische Kontrollbank AG, AT stands for Austria, WW is the code for the city or region and PBS identifies the department Oesterreichische Kontrollbank AG.
What happens if I enter OEKOATWWPBS incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check OEKOATWWPBS with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Oesterreichische Kontrollbank AG take in Austria?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Oesterreichische Kontrollbank AG in Austria?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need OEKOATWWPBS to send euros to Austria?
Austria is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need OEKOATWWPBS.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.