BNZ is New Zealand's second-largest bank, a subsidiary of NAB (Australia), with retail, business and agribusiness banking and SWIFT international wires.
How to Use the Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) SWIFT Code
When sending a SWIFT international wire to Bank of New Zealand (BNZ), include the BIC BKNZNZ22 in the "SWIFT/BIC code" or "Bank identifier code" field of your sending bank's wire transfer form.
The 8-character BIC BKNZNZ22 identifies Bank of New Zealand (BNZ)'s head office. If you are sending to a specific branch, the bank may provide an 11-character BIC with a 3-character branch suffix (e.g. BKNZNZ22XXX).
Once your bank sends the wire, your payment gets a 36-character UETR tracking code. Paste it into Ohmyfin's free tracker to see the live SWIFT GPI status — no bank login needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SWIFT code for Bank of New Zealand (BNZ)?
The SWIFT/BIC code for Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) is BKNZNZ22. This 8-character code is used to route international wire transfers to Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) on the SWIFT network.
Is BKNZNZ22 the correct SWIFT code to use?
Yes, BKNZNZ22 is the primary SWIFT/BIC code for Bank of New Zealand (BNZ). Always confirm the exact BIC (especially branch suffix) with your recipient or Bank of New Zealand (BNZ)'s official website before sending a large wire.
How do I track a payment from Bank of New Zealand (BNZ)?
Ask the sender (or your bank) for the 36-character UETR tracking code from the MT103 payment confirmation (field 121). Then paste it into Ohmyfin's free SWIFT tracker for the live payment status — no login needed.
What currencies does Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) accept for international wires?
Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) handles the following major currencies: NZD, USD, EUR, GBP, AUD. Always confirm accepted currencies directly with the bank for your specific corridor.
Track a Payment from Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) — Free
Paste the 36-character UETR from your Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) wire confirmation and see the live SWIFT status in seconds. No bank login, no signup, no charge.