SWIFT/BIC code ALHACHZ1XXX
ALHACHZ1XXX belongs to Alphaban in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALHACHZ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALHACHZ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alphaban |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Alphaban SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALHA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- Z1 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 ALHACHZ1XXX?
The code ALHACHZ1XXX belongs to the head office of Alphaban in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when you send money to an account at Alphaban.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Alphaban?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
Does Alphaban use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ALHACHZ1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Alphaban in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use ALHACHZ1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ALHACHZ1XXX against the details from Alphaban before sending.
What do the letters in ALHACHZ1XXX stand for?
ALHA is the institution code of Alphaban, CH stands for Switzerland, Z1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Is ALHACHZ1 and ALHACHZ1XXX the same code?
Yes. ALHACHZ1 is the short version of ALHACHZ1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Alphaban in Zurich.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.