SWIFT codes in New Zealand

In order to make international payments to New Zealand you have to know the bank´s SWIFT / BIC code.

What do New Zealand SWIFT codes look like?

The SWIFT code consists of 8 to 11 characters (letters and digits) and for New Zealand the SWIFT code has the following format:

  • First 4 characters (only letters) - bank code. A shortened version of the bank´s name.
  • Next 2 characters (only letters) - New Zealand´s ISO code.
  • Next 2 characters (letters and digits) - location code.
  • Last 3 characters (letters and digits) – bank branch (optional).

SWIFT codes of the most important banks in New Zealand

Find below an extensive A to Z list of the SWIFT codes in New Zealand:

SWIFT codes in New Zealand

SWIFT Code Bank City
WPACNZ2WAKL WESTPAC BANKING CORPORATION AUCKLAND
WTSLNZ21 WESTPACTRUST SECURITIES NZ LTD WELLINGTON
XAUKNZ21 NEW ZEALAND STOCK EXCHANGE - AUCKLAND AUCKLAND
XNEENZ21 NEW ZEALAND FUTURES AND OPTIONS EXCHANGE AUCKLAND
YOUGNZ21 YOUNG AND CO PALMERSTON NORTH

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