SWIFT/BIC code ABSGCHGGXXX
ABSGCHGGXXX belongs to Hinduja Bank (Switzerland) LTD in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABSGCHGGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABSGCHGG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Hinduja Bank (Switzerland) LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Hinduja Bank (Switzerland) LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABSG Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- GG Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank uses SWIFT code ABSGCHGGXXX?
ABSGCHGGXXX identifies the head office of Hinduja Bank (Switzerland) LTD in Geneva, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Hinduja Bank (Switzerland) LTD does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in ABSGCHGGXXX stand for?
ABSG is the institution code of Hinduja Bank (Switzerland) LTD, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, GG is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What is the best way to send money to Hinduja Bank (Switzerland) LTD?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Are ABSGCHGG and ABSGCHGGXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ABSGCHGG is the 8-character version of ABSGCHGGXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Hinduja Bank (Switzerland) LTD in Geneva.
How long does a transfer to Hinduja Bank (Switzerland) LTD take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need ABSGCHGGXXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need ABSGCHGGXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.