SWIFT / BIC Code

Commonwealth Bank Of Australia Sydney SWIFT Code - (offshore Banking Unit)

CTBAAU2SOBU
Sydney, Australia Country Code: AU

SWIFT Details

Bank Name
Commonwealth Bank Of Australia Sydney
SWIFT Code
CTBAAU2SOBU
Country
Australia
City
Sydney
Branch Name
(offshore Banking Unit)
Country Code
AU

Anatomy of SWIFT Code: CTBAAU2SOBU

A SWIFT code is built of 8 or 11 characters depending on the branch specificity. Here is how your code is constructed:

CTBA Bank
AU Country
2S Location
OBU Branch
  • CTBA Represents the bank name (first 4 letters).
  • AU Represents the country code (2 letters, 'AU').
  • 2S Represents the city/location code (2 letters/digits).
  • OBU Represents the specific branch office (3 characters, optional).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SWIFT code for Commonwealth Bank Of Australia Sydney in Sydney?

The SWIFT code of Commonwealth Bank Of Australia Sydney in Sydney is CTBAAU2SOBU. This identifier code is unique to this specific bank branch location.

Is SWIFT code the same as BIC code?

Yes, SWIFT codes and BIC (Bank Identifier Codes) are exactly the same thing. BIC is the official international standard, and SWIFT represents the Society for Interbank Financial Telecommunication network that runs it.

How do I send money internationally using this SWIFT code?

When sending a global bank wire to Commonwealth Bank Of Australia Sydney, you must provide this SWIFT code (CTBAAU2SOBU) along with the beneficiary name, account number, bank address, and currency choice to your local bank.

Wire Transfer Guide

Make sure you have all the correct information before sending international funds:

  • 1 Beneficiary Bank SWIFT Code: Double-check the 8 or 11 digit SWIFT code (CTBAAU2SOBU).
  • 2 Beneficiary Name & Account Number: Use the exact legal name registered with the bank.
  • 3 Bank Details: Bank Name (Commonwealth Bank Of Australia Sydney) and Address/City (Sydney).
  • 4 Intermediary Banks: Some transfers require routing through a third bank; consult your bank's wire transfer desk.