WPACUS33XXX - SWIFT / BIC Code - WESTPAC BANKING CORPORATION - UNITED STATES
WESTPAC BANKING CORPORATION - WPACUS33XXX SWIFT CODE DETAILS | |
| SWIFT CODE | WPACUS33XXX |
|---|---|
| SWIFT CODE (8 characters) | WPACUS33 |
| BANK NAME | WESTPAC BANKING CORPORATION |
| BANK BRANCH | Primary Office |
| BRANCH CODE | XXX |
| COUNTRY |  UNITED STATES (US) |
| CITY | NEW YORK |
| ADDRESS | 575 5TH AVENUE |
| ZIP / POSTAL CODE | 10017 |
| CHIPS UID | 097480 |
| CODE STATUS | Active |
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SWIFT Code WPACUS33XXX Breakdown
- SWIFT Digits:
- 8 - The short 8-letter swift refers to the PRIMARY Office of WESTPAC BANKING CORPORATION.
- Institution / Bank Code:
- WPAC - This is the institution / bank code assigned to WESTPAC BANKING CORPORATION.
- Country Code:
- US - This is the 2-letter country code associated with UNITED STATES (US).
- Location Code:
- 33 - This represents the location code, and the second digit/character has a value of "3". This means it's an active code.
- Branch Code:
- XXX - This branch code value means this is the Primary Office (or Head Office) branch for WESTPAC BANKING CORPORATION (this branch code is optional).
SWIFT Codes Frequently Asked Questions
What are SWIFT codes?
A SWIFT code is a set of 8 or 11 digits that uniquely identify a bank branch. You'll need to use one when sending money internationally.
If you want to send money to WESTPAC BANKING CORPORATION, registered at 575 5TH AVENUE in NEW YORK, UNITED STATES you will need the WPACUS33XXX SWIFT code.
What are BIC codes?
BIC code is just a different name for SWIFT code.
Both represent a sequence of either 8 or 11 digits which include a bank code, a country code, a location code, and a branch code — all of which are combined to identify an individual bank branch.
Is a SWIFT code the same for all branches?
Not all bank branches have a SWIFT code. When you can't find the code for your specific branch, you can use the bank’s primary office swift.
Do you need a SWIFT code for international transfers?
When you send money internationally, you need a SWIFT / BIC code. Without it, your bank can't identify the exact bank where the money needs to be sent.
What is a Routing Number?
Routing numbers are 9-digit codes used in the US to identify banks when processing domestic ACH payments or wire transfers. These are not required when making payments outside the United States.
What does CHIPS UID mean?
CHIPS UID stands for Clearing House Interbank Payments System Universal Identifier.
It's a clearinghouse database system, which facilitates the transfer of funds from both individual consumers and institutions quickly and accurately.