SWIFT/BIC code WFBIUS6SSFO
WFBIUS6SSFO belongs to Wells Fargo Bank, N.a. in San Francisco,ca, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WFBIUS6SSFO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WFBIUS6S |
| Branch code | SFO |
| Bank | Wells Fargo Bank, N.a. |
| Branch | — |
| City | San Francisco,ca |
| Country | United States |
The way the Wells Fargo Bank, N.a. SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- SFO 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 uses BIC WFBIUS6SSFO?
WFBIUS6SSFO identifies Wells Fargo Bank, N.a., a unit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.a. in San Francisco,ca, 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.?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in US Dollar with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter WFBIUS6SSFO with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check WFBIUS6SSFO against the details from Wells Fargo Bank, N.a. before sending.
What does each part of WFBIUS6SSFO mean?
WFBI is the institution code of Wells Fargo Bank, N.a., US is the ISO code of United States, 6S is the code for the city or region and SFO is the code of the department Wells Fargo Bank, N.a..
Can I use WFBIUS6S instead of WFBIUS6SSFO?
WFBIUS6S points to the main office of Wells Fargo Bank, N.a., while WFBIUS6SSFO is Wells Fargo Bank, N.a.. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention WFBIUS6SSFO.
What do I need to send money to an account at Wells Fargo Bank, N.a.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code WFBIUS6SSFO, 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.