WFBIUS6SLAS — WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.
WFBIUS6SLAS is the SWIFT/BIC code for WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. in LAS VEGAS, NV, United States — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
WFBIUS6SLAS is the SWIFT/BIC code for WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. in LAS VEGAS, NV, United States. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: WFBIUS6S
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. |
| Country | United States (US) |
| Location Code | 6S |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code WFBIUS6SLAS belong to?
The SWIFT code WFBIUS6SLAS identifies WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. in LAS VEGAS, NV, United States. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code WFBIUS6SLAS mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of WFBIUS6SLAS are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (WFBI) represent the bank code for WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.; characters 5-6 (US) indicate the country code for United States; characters 7-8 (6S) specify the location code; and the final characters (LAS) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code WFBIUS6SLAS active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) WFBIUS6SLAS is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '6S' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code WFBIUS6S instead of WFBIUS6SLAS?
Yes. The 8-character code WFBIUS6S represents the primary headquarters of WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.. The 11-character code WFBIUS6SLAS targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to WFBIUS6S (or WFBIUS6SXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to WFBIUS6SLAS?
The physical address registered for WFBIUS6SLAS is: 3800 HOWARD HUGES PARKWAY, 89109, LAS VEGAS, NV, United States. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the WFBIUS6SLAS code in United States?
The SWIFT code WFBIUS6SLAS is used for international inbound wire transfers in the United States. US domestic transfers use 9-digit ABA routing numbers for ACH and Fedwire.
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).