SWIFT/BIC code ARBUCHZ1XXX
ARBUCHZ1XXX belongs to Arbuthnot Bank AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARBUCHZ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARBUCHZ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Arbuthnot Bank AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Arbuthnot Bank AG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ARBU 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code ARBUCHZ1XXX?
ARBUCHZ1XXX identifies the main office of Arbuthnot Bank AG in Zurich, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Arbuthnot Bank AG.
What do the letters in ARBUCHZ1XXX mean?
ARBU is the institution code of Arbuthnot Bank AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, Z1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Arbuthnot Bank AG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use ARBUCHZ1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ARBUCHZ1XXX against the details from Arbuthnot Bank AG before you confirm.
Does Arbuthnot Bank AG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ARBUCHZ1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Arbuthnot Bank AG in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
Do I need ARBUCHZ1XXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need ARBUCHZ1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.