SWIFT/BIC code WFBIUS6SCHI
WFBIUS6SCHI belongs to Wells Fargo Bank, N.a. in Chicago,il, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WFBIUS6SCHI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WFBIUS6S |
| Branch code | CHI |
| Bank | Wells Fargo Bank, N.a. |
| Branch | — |
| City | Chicago,il |
| Country | United States |
The way 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.
- CHI 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code WFBIUS6SCHI?
WFBIUS6SCHI is the SWIFT/BIC code of Wells Fargo Bank, N.a., a unit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.a. in Chicago,il, United States. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Wells Fargo Bank, N.a.?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in US Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Wells Fargo Bank, N.a. in United States?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Wells Fargo Bank, N.a.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code WFBIUS6SCHI, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. United States is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use WFBIUS6S instead of WFBIUS6SCHI?
WFBIUS6S points to the head office of Wells Fargo Bank, N.a., while WFBIUS6SCHI points to Wells Fargo Bank, N.a.. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use WFBIUS6SCHI if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use WFBIUS6SCHI incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check WFBIUS6SCHI against the details from Wells Fargo Bank, N.a. before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.