SWIFT/BIC code AIKACH22XXX
AIKACH22XXX belongs to Appenzeller Kantonalbank in Appenzell, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AIKACH22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AIKACH22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Appenzeller Kantonalbank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Appenzell |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Appenzeller Kantonalbank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AIKA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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 is behind SWIFT code AIKACH22XXX?
The code AIKACH22XXX belongs to the head office of Appenzeller Kantonalbank in Appenzell, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Appenzeller Kantonalbank.
Does Appenzeller Kantonalbank have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, AIKACH22XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Appenzeller Kantonalbank in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
Do I need AIKACH22XXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need AIKACH22XXX.
How long does a transfer to Appenzeller Kantonalbank take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is AIKACH22 and AIKACH22XXX the same code?
Yes. AIKACH22 is the 8-character version of AIKACH22XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Appenzeller Kantonalbank in Appenzell.
What is the best way to send money to Appenzeller Kantonalbank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.