SWIFT/BIC code WFBIUS6SANC
WFBIUS6SANC belongs to Wells Fargo Bank, N.a. in Anchorage,ak, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WFBIUS6SANC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WFBIUS6S |
| Branch code | ANC |
| Bank | Wells Fargo Bank, N.a. |
| Branch | — |
| City | Anchorage,ak |
| Country | United States |
How the Wells Fargo Bank, N.a. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WFBI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- US Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 6S Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- ANC 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 WFBIUS6SANC?
WFBIUS6SANC identifies Wells Fargo Bank, N.a., a unit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.a. in Anchorage,ak, United States. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Wells Fargo Bank, N.a.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code WFBIUS6SANC, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. United States is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Wells Fargo Bank, N.a.?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Has Wells Fargo Bank, N.a. got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 40 SWIFT/BIC codes for Wells Fargo Bank, N.a. in United States. All of them are listed on the page of Wells Fargo Bank, N.a..
What happens if I use WFBIUS6SANC with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check WFBIUS6SANC against the details from Wells Fargo Bank, N.a. before sending.
Can I use WFBIUS6S instead of WFBIUS6SANC?
WFBIUS6S points to the head office of Wells Fargo Bank, N.a., while WFBIUS6SANC points to Wells Fargo Bank, N.a.. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use WFBIUS6SANC if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.