SWIFT/BIC code RVSAAT2S053
RVSAAT2S053 belongs to Raiffeisenbank Saalfelden in Saalfelden, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RVSAAT2S053 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RVSAAT2S |
| Branch code | 053 |
| Bank | Raiffeisenbank Saalfelden |
| Branch | — |
| City | Saalfelden |
| Country | Austria |
How the Raiffeisenbank Saalfelden SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RVSA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2S Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 053 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 branch is behind BIC RVSAAT2S053?
RVSAAT2S053 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Raiffeisenbank Saalfelden, a branch or department of Raiffeisenbank Saalfelden in Saalfelden, Austria. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter RVSAAT2S053 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RVSAAT2S053 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use RVSAAT2S instead of RVSAAT2S053?
RVSAAT2S is the head office of Raiffeisenbank Saalfelden, while RVSAAT2S053 points to Raiffeisenbank Saalfelden. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RVSAAT2S053.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisenbank Saalfelden?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in RVSAAT2S053 stand for?
RVSA is the institution code of Raiffeisenbank Saalfelden, AT is the ISO code of Austria, 2S is the code for the city or region and 053 is the code of the branch Raiffeisenbank Saalfelden.
Do I need RVSAAT2S053 to send euros to Austria?
Austria belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need RVSAAT2S053.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.