SWIFT/BIC code ALCSCH21XXX
ALCSCH21XXX belongs to Alcom Securities AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALCSCH21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALCSCH21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alcom Securities AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Alcom Securities AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALCS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 bank is behind BIC ALCSCH21XXX?
ALCSCH21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Alcom Securities AG in Zurich, Switzerland. It is the code to use when a payment to Alcom Securities AG does not need a specific branch.
Is ALCSCH21 and ALCSCH21XXX the same code?
Yes. ALCSCH21 is the short version of ALCSCH21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Alcom Securities AG in Zurich.
How long does it take to send money to Alcom Securities AG?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ALCSCH21XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need ALCSCH21XXX.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Alcom Securities AG in Switzerland?
Banks often 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.
What does each part of ALCSCH21XXX mean?
ALCS is the bank code of Alcom Securities AG, CH stands for Switzerland, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.