Glossary term
BSB
The number that identifies an Australian bank branch on a payment.
Abbreviation: BSBReviewed 15 August 2026
Definition
Bank State Branch number: a six-digit number that identifies the specific bank and branch behind an Australian bank account, used alongside the account number for a payment.
In plain English
You'll see it on an invoice or payment request next to the account number. A changed BSB or account number on an otherwise familiar-looking invoice is a common sign worth checking before paying.
