SWIFT/BIC code WAFDUS66XXX
WAFDUS66XXX belongs to Washington Federal in Seattle,wa, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WAFDUS66XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WAFDUS66 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Washington Federal |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Seattle,wa |
| Country | United States |
How the Washington Federal SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WAFD Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- US Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 66 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 institution uses BIC WAFDUS66XXX?
WAFDUS66XXX identifies the head office of Washington Federal in Seattle,wa, United States. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Washington Federal.
Are WAFDUS66 and WAFDUS66XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. WAFDUS66 is the short version of WAFDUS66XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Washington Federal in Seattle,wa.
How long does a transfer to Washington Federal take in United States?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in WAFDUS66XXX mean?
WAFD is the institution code of Washington Federal, US is the ISO code of United States, 66 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Washington Federal?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code WAFDUS66XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. United States uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Does Washington Federal have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – WAFDUS66XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Washington Federal in United States, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.