SWIFT/BIC code AEXTCHZZXXX

AEXTCHZZXXX belongs to Banque Algerienne du Commerce Exterieur S.A. in Zurich, Switzerland.

AEXTCHZZXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeAEXTCHZZXXX
8-character codeAEXTCHZZ
Branch codeXXX
BankBanque Algerienne du Commerce Exterieur S.A.
BranchHead office
CityZurich
CountrySwitzerland

The way the Banque Algerienne du Commerce Exterieur S.A. SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

AEXT Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
CH Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
ZZ 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

Which institution is behind BIC AEXTCHZZXXX?

AEXTCHZZXXX identifies the headquarters of Banque Algerienne du Commerce Exterieur S.A. in Zurich, Switzerland. It is the code to use when a payment to Banque Algerienne du Commerce Exterieur S.A. does not need a specific branch.

What does each part of AEXTCHZZXXX mean?

AEXT is the bank code of Banque Algerienne du Commerce Exterieur S.A., CH stands for Switzerland, ZZ is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.

What happens if I use AEXTCHZZXXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AEXTCHZZXXX with the recipient before sending.

Does Banque Algerienne du Commerce Exterieur S.A. have only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes – AEXTCHZZXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Banque Algerienne du Commerce Exterieur S.A. in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

What is the best way to send money to Banque Algerienne du Commerce Exterieur S.A.?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need AEXTCHZZXXX to send euros to Switzerland?

Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need AEXTCHZZXXX.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.