BWFBATW1XXX — Österreichische Ärzte- und Apothekerbank AG
BWFBATW1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code for Österreichische Ärzte- und Apothekerbank AG in Wien, Austria — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | Österreichische Ärzte- und Apothekerbank AG |
| Country | Austria (AT) |
| Location Code | W1 |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code BWFBATW1XXX belong to?
The SWIFT code BWFBATW1XXX identifies Österreichische Ärzte- und Apothekerbank AG in Wien, Austria. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code BWFBATW1XXX mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of BWFBATW1XXX are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (BWFB) represent the bank code for Österreichische Ärzte- und Apothekerbank AG; characters 5-6 (AT) indicate the country code for Austria; characters 7-8 (W1) specify the location code; and the final characters (XXX) designate the specific branch.
Is BWFBATW1XXX a valid SWIFT/BIC code?
BWFBATW1XXX is formatted as a valid ISO 9362 Business Identifier Code and is listed in our reference directory for Österreichische Ärzte- und Apothekerbank AG in Wien, Austria. Our directory records come from an open community compilation last updated in 2024, so listing is not confirmation of current status — SWIFT does not publish a free live status feed. Always confirm the code with the beneficiary bank before sending funds.
Where is the registered head office for Österreichische Ärzte- und Apothekerbank AG?
Österreichische Ärzte- und Apothekerbank AG is registered in Wien, Austria. While specific street-level coordinates are not published for this record, payments route to its registered municipality in Austria.
What is the difference between an 8-character and an 11-character BIC?
An 8-character BIC (BIC8) identifies an institution's primary head office, while an 11-character BIC (BIC11) specifies a distinct branch or department. Appending 'XXX' to BWFBATW1 forms the conventional head-office branch suffix; both formats route validly on the network.
Which branch does BWFBATW1XXX identify?
BWFBATW1XXX identifies the XXX branch of Österreichische Ärzte- und Apothekerbank AG in Wien, Austria. The branch code characters 'XXX' target this specific clearing node directly within Österreichische Ärzte- und Apothekerbank AG's branch network.
Do I need an IBAN as well as BWFBATW1XXX?
SWIFT codes like BWFBATW1XXX identify the bank institution, while IBANs (ISO 13616) identify the individual customer account. Within SEPA (ECB SEPA), IBANs are sufficient for routing; outside SEPA, both SWIFT BIC and account number are typically required.
What happens if I use the wrong SWIFT/BIC code?
Using an incorrect code can delay transfers, cause payment returns, or route funds to an incorrect institution. Correspondent banks along the route may charge return processing fees, and currency conversion losses may occur. Always verify details with the beneficiary.
How long does a payment using BWFBATW1XXX take to arrive?
International SWIFT wires typically settle within 1 to 5 business days, depending on time zones, clearing cut-offs, correspondent hops (BIS CPMI), and compliance checks.
Why does my payment need an intermediary or correspondent bank?
When sending and receiving banks lack direct clearing accounts, transfers route through intermediary correspondent banks (BIS CPMI) that maintain shared Nostro/Vostro accounts. Each hop may deduct a handling fee.
How does BWFBATW1XXX interact with local payments in Austria?
BWFBATW1XXX routes international cross-border transfers. Domestic clearing arrangements vary in Austria; confirm with the beneficiary bank before sending funds. SWIFT/BIC codes handle international wire entry.
How current is the information on this page?
This record is sourced from an open community BIC compilation (2024 vintage). For full data provenance, see our Data Sources Register.
What should I do before sending money to this bank?
Confirm the exact BIC and account details directly with your beneficiary, verify beneficiary bank name match, and beware of invoice fraud. Reference directories are for verification support.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362:2022: International standard for Business Identifier Codes (ISO OBP).
- 🌐 ISO 13616-1: International Bank Account Number specifications (ISO OBP).
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: Designated ISO 9362 registration authority (swift.com).
- 🇪🇺 European Central Bank (ECB): SEPA clearing framework and standards (ECB SEPA).
- 🇪🇺 European Payments Council (EPC): SEPA rulebooks and guidelines (EPC).
- 🏦 Bank for International Settlements (BIS): CPMI cross-border payments standards (BIS CPMI).
- 🏛️ US Treasury OFAC: Financial sanctions and wire compliance oversight (US Treasury).
- 📂 swiftbic.org Data Register: Record-level provenance and dataset coverage (Data Sources).
- 🌐 World Bank Group: Payment Systems and Remittances overview (World Bank).
- 💻 Open Community BIC Compilation: MIT-licensed community repository (br99bry/swift-bank-codes).