SWIFT/BIC code SMASNZ21XXX
SMASNZ21XXX belongs to Smartshares Limited in Wellington, New Zealand.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SMASNZ21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SMASNZ21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Smartshares Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Wellington |
| Country | New Zealand |
How the Smartshares Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SMAS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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/BIC code SMASNZ21XXX?
SMASNZ21XXX identifies the headquarters of Smartshares Limited in Wellington, New Zealand. Use it when you send money to an account at Smartshares Limited.
Does Smartshares Limited have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SMASNZ21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Smartshares Limited in New Zealand, so there is no branch code to choose.
Is SMASNZ21 and SMASNZ21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SMASNZ21 is the 8-character version of SMASNZ21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Smartshares Limited in Wellington.
How long does a transfer to Smartshares Limited 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 faster than a bank.
What do the letters in SMASNZ21XXX stand for?
SMAS is the bank code of Smartshares Limited, NZ is the ISO code of New Zealand, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Smartshares Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SMASNZ21XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. New Zealand is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.