SWIFT/BIC code WPACAU2SXXX
WPACAU2SXXX belongs to Westpac Banking Corporation in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WPACAU2SXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WPACAU2S |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Westpac Banking Corporation |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
The way the Westpac Banking Corporation SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WPAC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2S Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 code WPACAU2SXXX?
WPACAU2SXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Westpac Banking Corporation in Sydney, Australia. Use it when you send money to an account at Westpac Banking Corporation.
What do the letters in WPACAU2SXXX stand for?
WPAC is the institution code of Westpac Banking Corporation, AU stands for Australia, 2S is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Westpac Banking Corporation?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code WPACAU2SXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Westpac Banking Corporation take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does Westpac Banking Corporation have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Westpac Banking Corporation in Australia. All of them are listed on the page of Westpac Banking Corporation.
What happens if I use WPACAU2SXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check WPACAU2SXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.