SWIFT/BIC code WFBIUS6WPDX
WFBIUS6WPDX belongs to Wells Fargo Bank NA in San Francisco,ca, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WFBIUS6WPDX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WFBIUS6W |
| Branch code | PDX |
| Bank | Wells Fargo Bank NA |
| Branch | Portland International Operations |
| City | San Francisco,ca |
| Country | United States |
How the Wells Fargo Bank NA SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- PDX 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 branch uses SWIFT code WFBIUS6WPDX?
WFBIUS6WPDX identifies Portland International Operations, a branch or department of Wells Fargo Bank NA in San Francisco,ca, United States. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use WFBIUS6WPDX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check WFBIUS6WPDX against the details from Wells Fargo Bank NA before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Wells Fargo Bank NA in United States?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in US Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Wells Fargo Bank NA?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in WFBIUS6WPDX stand for?
WFBI is the institution code of Wells Fargo Bank NA, US stands for United States, 6W is the code for the city or region and PDX is the code of the branch Portland International Operations.
What do I need to send money to an account at Wells Fargo Bank NA?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code WFBIUS6WPDX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. United States uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.