SWIFT/BIC code PIMAAU21XXX
PIMAAU21XXX belongs to Pimco Australia Pty Limited in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PIMAAU21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PIMAAU21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Pimco Australia Pty Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
The way the Pimco Australia Pty Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PIMA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU 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 is behind BIC PIMAAU21XXX?
PIMAAU21XXX identifies the head office of Pimco Australia Pty Limited in Sydney, Australia. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Pimco Australia Pty Limited.
Does Pimco Australia Pty Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – PIMAAU21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Pimco Australia Pty Limited in Australia, so there is no branch code to choose.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Pimco Australia Pty Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PIMAAU21XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of PIMAAU21XXX stand for?
PIMA is the institution code of Pimco Australia Pty Limited, AU is the ISO code of Australia, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
How long does it take to send money to Pimco Australia Pty Limited in Australia?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Pimco Australia Pty Limited in Australia?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.