SWIFT/BIC code SEVCATW1XXX
SEVCATW1XXX belongs to Service Bank in Vienna, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SEVCATW1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SEVCATW1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Service Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vienna |
| Country | Austria |
How the Service Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SEVC 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 SWIFT code SEVCATW1XXX?
SEVCATW1XXX identifies the headquarters of Service Bank in Vienna, Austria. Use it when a payment to Service Bank does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of SEVCATW1XXX stand for?
SEVC is the institution code of Service Bank, AT is the ISO code of Austria, W1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What is the best way to send money to Service Bank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use SEVCATW1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SEVCATW1XXX against the details from Service Bank before sending.
Are SEVCATW1 and SEVCATW1XXX the same code?
Yes. SEVCATW1 is the 8-character version of SEVCATW1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Service Bank in Vienna.
Do I need SEVCATW1XXX to send euros to Austria?
Austria belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need SEVCATW1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.