SWIFT/BIC code RBNZNZ2WXXX

RBNZNZ2WXXX belongs to Reserve Bank of New Zealand in Wellington, New Zealand.

RBNZNZ2WXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBNZNZ2WXXX
8-character codeRBNZNZ2W
Branch codeXXX
BankReserve Bank of New Zealand
BranchHead office
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).
2W 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

Which institution uses SWIFT code RBNZNZ2WXXX?

RBNZNZ2WXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Reserve Bank of New Zealand in Wellington, New Zealand. Use it when a payment to Reserve Bank of New Zealand does not need a specific branch.

What happens if I enter RBNZNZ2WXXX incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RBNZNZ2WXXX against the details from Reserve Bank of New Zealand before sending.

How long does a transfer to Reserve Bank of New Zealand take in New Zealand?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What do I need to send money to an account at Reserve Bank of New Zealand?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code RBNZNZ2WXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. New Zealand uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.

What do the letters in RBNZNZ2WXXX stand for?

RBNZ is the institution code of Reserve Bank of New Zealand, NZ is the ISO code of New Zealand, 2W is the location code and XXX marks the head office.

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. Compare what you receive in New Zealand Dollar with transfer services before you send.

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