SWIFT/BIC code RBNZNZ2SASA

RBNZNZ2SASA belongs to Reserve Bank of New Zealand in Wellington, New Zealand.

RBNZNZ2SASA

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBNZNZ2SASA
8-character codeRBNZNZ2S
Branch codeASA
BankReserve Bank of New Zealand
Branch—
CityWellington
CountryNew Zealand

The way the Reserve Bank of New Zealand SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

RBNZ Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
NZ Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
2S Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
ASA 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 RBNZNZ2SASA?

RBNZNZ2SASA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Reserve Bank of New Zealand, part of Reserve Bank of New Zealand in Wellington, New Zealand. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter RBNZNZ2SASA with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBNZNZ2SASA with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the best way to send money to Reserve Bank of New Zealand in New Zealand?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in New Zealand Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

How long does it take to send money to Reserve Bank of New Zealand in New Zealand?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

What do the letters in RBNZNZ2SASA mean?

RBNZ is the bank code of Reserve Bank of New Zealand, NZ is the ISO code of New Zealand, 2S is the location code and ASA is the code of the department Reserve Bank of New Zealand.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Reserve Bank of New Zealand?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code RBNZNZ2SASA, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. New Zealand is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.