SWIFT/BIC code ARFECHG1XXX
ARFECHG1XXX belongs to Arcus Finance in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARFECHG1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARFECHG1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Arcus Finance |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Arcus Finance SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ARFE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- G1 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 ARFECHG1XXX?
ARFECHG1XXX identifies the head office of Arcus Finance in Geneva, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Arcus Finance does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter ARFECHG1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ARFECHG1XXX against the details from Arcus Finance before sending.
Does Arcus Finance have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ARFECHG1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Arcus Finance in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does it take to send money to Arcus Finance?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need ARFECHG1XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need ARFECHG1XXX.
Are ARFECHG1 and ARFECHG1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ARFECHG1 is the 8-character version of ARFECHG1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Arcus Finance in Geneva.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.