SKBIAT21XXX — Sparkasse Salzkammergut AG

The SWIFT code SKBIAT21XXX identifies Sparkasse Salzkammergut AG in Bad Ischl, Austria. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.

The 8 or 11 characters of SKBIAT21XXX are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (SKBI) represent the bank code for Sparkasse Salzkammergut AG; characters 5-6 (AT) indicate the country code for Austria; characters 7-8 (21) specify the location code; and the final characters (XXX) designate the specific branch.

SKBIAT21XXX is formatted as a valid ISO 9362 Business Identifier Code and is listed in our reference directory for Sparkasse Salzkammergut AG in Bad Ischl, 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.

Sparkasse Salzkammergut AG is registered in Bad Ischl, Austria. While specific street-level coordinates are not published for this record, payments route to its registered municipality in Austria.

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 SKBIAT21 forms the conventional head-office branch suffix; both formats route validly on the network.

SKBIAT21XXX identifies the XXX branch of Sparkasse Salzkammergut AG in Bad Ischl, Austria. The branch code characters 'XXX' target this specific clearing node directly within Sparkasse Salzkammergut AG's branch network.

SWIFT codes like SKBIAT21XXX 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.

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.

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.

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.

SKBIAT21XXX 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.

This record is sourced from an open community BIC compilation (2024 vintage). For full data provenance, see our Data Sources Register.

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