SWIFT/BIC code AFCLCHZZXXX
AFCLCHZZXXX belongs to Atlantic Forfaitierungs AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AFCLCHZZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AFCLCHZZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Atlantic Forfaitierungs AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Atlantic Forfaitierungs AG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AFCL 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 uses BIC AFCLCHZZXXX?
AFCLCHZZXXX identifies the head office of Atlantic Forfaitierungs AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Atlantic Forfaitierungs AG does not need a specific branch.
Does Atlantic Forfaitierungs AG have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – AFCLCHZZXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Atlantic Forfaitierungs AG in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in AFCLCHZZXXX mean?
AFCL is the institution code of Atlantic Forfaitierungs AG, CH stands for Switzerland, ZZ is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I enter AFCLCHZZXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check AFCLCHZZXXX against the details from Atlantic Forfaitierungs AG before sending.
Do I need AFCLCHZZXXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need AFCLCHZZXXX.
How long does a transfer to Atlantic Forfaitierungs AG take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.