SWIFT/BIC code WACIIE21XXX
WACIIE21XXX belongs to Waterford Credit Union Limited in Waterford, Ireland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WACIIE21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WACIIE21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Waterford Credit Union Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Waterford |
| Country | Ireland |
How the Waterford Credit Union Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WACI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IE 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 BIC WACIIE21XXX?
The code WACIIE21XXX belongs to the main office of Waterford Credit Union Limited in Waterford, Ireland. Use it when you send money to an account at Waterford Credit Union Limited.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Waterford Credit Union Limited in Ireland?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in WACIIE21XXX stand for?
WACI is the institution code of Waterford Credit Union Limited, IE stands for Ireland, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Are WACIIE21 and WACIIE21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. WACIIE21 is the 8-character version of WACIIE21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Waterford Credit Union Limited in Waterford.
What happens if I use WACIIE21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check WACIIE21XXX against the details from Waterford Credit Union Limited before you confirm.
Do I need WACIIE21XXX for a euro transfer to Ireland?
Ireland 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 still need WACIIE21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.