NAB international money transfers

Transferring money overseas via NAB

• Transfer maximum: If you’re using online banking you’ll only be able to transfer funds up to your online banking pay anyone limit. The default is $5000 but you can transfer up to $20,000 if you are registered for SMS security. You may need to increase this if you are making a large transfer but you’ll need to visit a branch.  
• Speed of transfer: It generally takes 1-3 business days for the funds to hit your recipient's account from the time of transfer, though it can take longer for less frequently traded currencies. Also you will need to be aware of cut off times for processing.
• Transfer Fees: It is cheaper for you to transfer your money yourself using internet banking which is charged at a flat fee of $22. In person at a branch costs $30. The fee isn’t based on the transfer amount or currency it is charged per transaction.

IMT Services at NAB

If you’re after a simple way to transfer money overseas NAB provides this service through its standard internet banking platform. So there is no need to sign up for a special IMT account, as long as you have the “pay anyone” and SMS security feature activated in NAB’s internet banking you’re all set to make your first international money transfer.  

You can make a one-off transfer or schedule regular payments in advance, the platform gives you flexibility to do all of your international banking yourself.

If you haven’t transferred money internationally before, NAB has videos you can watch that provide step by step instructions, or you can visit a branch and get them to walk you through the process. If you need to transfer a large amount you may need to visit a branch to set up the transfer.

Spot contracts

Just made a spontaneous purchase on an 18 Century French Bureau or a villa in Tuscany and need to transfer your deposit pronto.

Forward contracts

Heard rumours that exchange rates are about to drop and you want to lock in a rate but aren't ready to make your transfer just yet?

Regular payments

You've started your own custom design t-shirt business and you've got to regularly pay your suppliers based in China.

Why choose NAB for your international money transfer?

Everyone has different overseas money transfer needs so it’s about finding the right fit for you. If you’re an existing NAB customer you’ll already have the ability to transfer money overseas right now, but if you’re thinking of becoming a customer, here’s a few reasons why you might want to choose NAB:

• Easy to use online banking platform with explainer videos
• NAB is one of Australia’s biggest banks
• You have over 100 currencies to choose from
• You have the option of doing-it-yourself or visiting a branch
• NAB charges a flat fee for IMT, fees are not based on currency or transfer amount

How to transfer money with NAB

You’ll need to be a NAB customer and have NAB internet banking set up. It is easy to become a customer, you can do this online, over the phone or at one of NAB branches around Australia. You will need to have NAB Internet Banking and activate the pay anyone and SMS security.

You will need the following information to send an overseas payment:

• Full name, address and account number for the person you want to send the money to (not a post office address)
• Currency and amount that you want to send
• The IBAN or bank account number
• A SWIFT code or BIC (this identifies their bank) or the full bank address
• Any other information they have like sort codes or routing codes