SWIFT/BIC code RETRATW1XXX
RETRATW1XXX belongs to Republic of Austria in Vienna, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RETRATW1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RETRATW1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Republic of Austria |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vienna |
| Country | Austria |
The way the Republic of Austria SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RETR Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- W1 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 bank uses BIC RETRATW1XXX?
The code RETRATW1XXX belongs to the head office of Republic of Austria in Vienna, Austria. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Republic of Austria.
Do I need RETRATW1XXX for a euro transfer to Austria?
Austria belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need RETRATW1XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Republic of Austria?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are RETRATW1 and RETRATW1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. RETRATW1 is the short version of RETRATW1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Republic of Austria in Vienna.
What does each part of RETRATW1XXX stand for?
RETR is the bank code of Republic of Austria, AT stands for Austria, W1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Does Republic of Austria have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – RETRATW1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Republic of Austria in Austria, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.