SWIFT/BIC code BALFCHG1XXX
BALFCHG1XXX belongs to Balboa Finance S.A. in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BALFCHG1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BALFCHG1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Balboa Finance S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Balboa Finance S.A. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BALF 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 institution is behind BIC BALFCHG1XXX?
The code BALFCHG1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Balboa Finance S.A. in Geneva, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Balboa Finance S.A..
Does Balboa Finance S.A. use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BALFCHG1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Balboa Finance S.A. in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Balboa Finance S.A. in Switzerland?
Banks often 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.
What does each part of BALFCHG1XXX stand for?
BALF is the bank code of Balboa Finance S.A., CH stands for Switzerland, G1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I use BALFCHG1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BALFCHG1XXX against the details from Balboa Finance S.A. before sending.
Are BALFCHG1 and BALFCHG1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BALFCHG1 is the short version of BALFCHG1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Balboa Finance S.A. in Geneva.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.