SWIFT/BIC code XATHGRA1XXX
XATHGRA1XXX belongs to Athens Stock Exchange in Athens, Greece.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | XATHGRA1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | XATHGRA1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Athens Stock Exchange |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Athens |
| Country | Greece |
The way the Athens Stock Exchange SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- XATH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- A1 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code XATHGRA1XXX?
The code XATHGRA1XXX belongs to the main office of Athens Stock Exchange in Athens, Greece. Use it when you send money to an account at Athens Stock Exchange.
What is the best way to send money to Athens Stock Exchange?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to Athens Stock Exchange take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need XATHGRA1XXX to send euros to Greece?
Greece belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need XATHGRA1XXX.
Is XATHGRA1 and XATHGRA1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. XATHGRA1 is the 8-character version of XATHGRA1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Athens Stock Exchange in Athens.
What happens if I use XATHGRA1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check XATHGRA1XXX 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.