SWIFT/BIC code WFBIUS6WFFX
WFBIUS6WFFX belongs to Wells Fargo Bank NA in San Francisco,ca, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WFBIUS6WFFX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WFBIUS6W |
| Branch code | FFX |
| Bank | Wells Fargo Bank NA |
| Branch | Foreign Exchange Settlements |
| City | San Francisco,ca |
| Country | United States |
How the Wells Fargo Bank NA 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).
- 6W Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- FFX 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 SWIFT/BIC code WFBIUS6WFFX?
WFBIUS6WFFX is the SWIFT/BIC code of Foreign Exchange Settlements, a branch or department of Wells Fargo Bank NA in San Francisco,ca, United States. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Wells Fargo Bank NA in United States?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in US Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Wells Fargo Bank NA take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter WFBIUS6WFFX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check WFBIUS6WFFX against the details from Wells Fargo Bank NA before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Wells Fargo Bank NA?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code WFBIUS6WFFX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. United States is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use WFBIUS6W instead of WFBIUS6WFFX?
WFBIUS6W points to the head office of Wells Fargo Bank NA, while WFBIUS6WFFX points to Foreign Exchange Settlements. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use WFBIUS6WFFX 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.