SWIFT/BIC code WPACSGSGTSY
WPACSGSGTSY belongs to Westpac Banking Corporation in Singapore, Singapore.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WPACSGSGTSY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WPACSGSG |
| Branch code | TSY |
| Bank | Westpac Banking Corporation |
| Branch | — |
| City | Singapore |
| Country | Singapore |
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.
- SG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SG Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- TSY 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code WPACSGSGTSY?
WPACSGSGTSY identifies Westpac Banking Corporation, a branch or department of Westpac Banking Corporation in Singapore, Singapore. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Westpac Banking Corporation have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Westpac Banking Corporation in Singapore, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Westpac Banking Corporation.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Westpac Banking Corporation in Singapore?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Singapore Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use WPACSGSG instead of WPACSGSGTSY?
WPACSGSG is the head office of Westpac Banking Corporation, while WPACSGSGTSY is Westpac Banking Corporation. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention WPACSGSGTSY.
What do the letters in WPACSGSGTSY stand for?
WPAC is the institution code of Westpac Banking Corporation, SG is the ISO code of Singapore, SG is the location code and TSY is the code of the department Westpac Banking Corporation.
What do I need to send money to an account at Westpac Banking Corporation?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code WPACSGSGTSY, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Singapore 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.