SBOSAU2XOBU — STATE STREET BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, SYDNEY BRANCH
SBOSAU2XOBU is the SWIFT/BIC code for STATE STREET BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, SYDNEY BRANCH in SYDNEY, Australia — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
SBOSAU2XOBU is the SWIFT/BIC code for STATE STREET BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, SYDNEY BRANCH in SYDNEY, Australia. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: SBOSAU2X
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | STATE STREET BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, SYDNEY BRANCH |
| Country | Australia (AU) |
| Location Code | 2X |
| Branch | OFFSHORE BANKING UNIT |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code SBOSAU2XOBU belong to?
The SWIFT code SBOSAU2XOBU identifies STATE STREET BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, SYDNEY BRANCH in SYDNEY, Australia. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code SBOSAU2XOBU mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of SBOSAU2XOBU are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (SBOS) represent the bank code for STATE STREET BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, SYDNEY BRANCH; characters 5-6 (AU) indicate the country code for Australia; characters 7-8 (2X) specify the location code; and the final characters (OBU) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code SBOSAU2XOBU active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) SBOSAU2XOBU is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2X' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code SBOSAU2X instead of SBOSAU2XOBU?
Yes. The 8-character code SBOSAU2X represents the primary headquarters of STATE STREET BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, SYDNEY BRANCH. The 11-character code SBOSAU2XOBU targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to SBOSAU2X (or SBOSAU2XXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to SBOSAU2XOBU?
The physical address registered for SBOSAU2XOBU is: FLOOR 12, 420 GEORGE STREET, 2000, SYDNEY, Australia. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the SBOSAU2XOBU code in Australia?
The SWIFT code SBOSAU2XOBU is used for international inbound wire transfers in Australia. Domestic payments use 6-digit BSB numbers; SWIFT is reserved for cross-border wires.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).