ASB Foreign Currency Accounts
Operating a Foreign Currency Account is easy. See our guide on managing foreign currency. Log in to FastNet Classic internet banking to open one, and start transacting.
An international money transfer is an easy, fast and secure way to electronically transfer money overseas. It's also a great way to receive foreign payments. Sometimes known as wires or telegraphic transfers, international money transfers are well established and comply with an international standard agreed by banks worldwide.
Our handy list shows what different countries might need from you.
When arranging your international money transfer in FastNet Classic, you'll need a Netcode to complete your transaction. This is a randomly generated code which is texted to your mobile or, if you're a FastNet Business internet banking user, sent to your Netcode token.
Overseas banks normally charge a fee for receiving international money transfers. If you want your recipient to receive the exact amount sent, choose 'Sender to Pay' in FastNet Classic or FastNet Business internet banking. If you’re setting up a payment in branch, let them know at the time.
After sending your IMT, if it is subsequently returned to ASB for any reason, please be aware that exchange rate losses and fees may apply.
We do not currently send money to, or receive money from, certain countries that have international sanctions.
Money can be transferred into your ASB bank account from anywhere in the world. Just provide the sender with the following information:
If you are receiving money from an overseas account into your ASB account, you're the beneficiary and your ASB account is the beneficiary account.
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You Send
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AUD
Australian Dollar |
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GBP
British Pound |
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EUR
Euro |
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JPY
Japanese Yen |
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USD
U.S. Dollar |
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Exchange rates shown current as at .
Staff-assisted
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FastNet Classic
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International money transfer
Other banks' charges may apply |
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International money transfer trace/amendment/cancellation
Other banks' charges may apply |
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Payment received directly by ASB
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Payment settled to NZD account at ASB
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(fee waived for payments of NZ$100 or less) |
Payment to other bank account, settled in NZD
Other banks' charges may apply |
(fee waived for payments of NZ$100 or less) |
Use our calculator to find out what your money is worth in another currency.
Send an international money transfer using FastNet Classic internet banking or at any ASB branch.
Provide the sender with your ASB account details and ASB's SWIFT Code/BIC - ASBBNZ2A.
If you’ve sent an international money transfer, make sure the recipient has got it. If you’re expecting overseas funds, use FastNet Classic internet banking to check your account.
Send an international money transfer using FastNet Classic internet banking.
Not with ASB? You can join ASB or send an international money transfer at any ASB branch.
Operating a Foreign Currency Account is easy. See our guide on managing foreign currency. Log in to FastNet Classic internet banking to open one, and start transacting.
No matter where in the world you are, you can quickly and securely do a range of foreign exchange transactions anytime with FastNet Classic internet banking and the ASB Mobile app.
ASB’s terms apply. Fees may change. Refer to asb.co.nz for other fees and charges.