SWIFT/BIC code RSBKAU2SXXX
RSBKAU2SXXX belongs to Reserve Bank of Australia in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RSBKAU2SXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RSBKAU2S |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Reserve Bank of Australia |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
How the Reserve Bank of Australia SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RSBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2S 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 is behind SWIFT code RSBKAU2SXXX?
The code RSBKAU2SXXX belongs to the main office of Reserve Bank of Australia in Sydney, Australia. It is the code to use when a payment to Reserve Bank of Australia does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter RSBKAU2SXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RSBKAU2SXXX against the details from Reserve Bank of Australia before sending.
Does Reserve Bank of Australia use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – RSBKAU2SXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Reserve Bank of Australia in Australia, so there is no branch code to choose.
Are RSBKAU2S and RSBKAU2SXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. RSBKAU2S is the short version of RSBKAU2SXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Reserve Bank of Australia in Sydney.
What is the best way to send money to Reserve Bank of Australia?
Many banks 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.
What does each part of RSBKAU2SXXX stand for?
RSBK is the institution code of Reserve Bank of Australia, AU is the ISO code of Australia, 2S is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.