SWIFT/BIC code BARCCHGGXXX
BARCCHGGXXX belongs to Barclays Bank (Suisse) S.A. in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCCHGGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCCHGG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Barclays Bank (Suisse) S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Barclays Bank (Suisse) S.A. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BARC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- GG 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BARCCHGGXXX?
The code BARCCHGGXXX belongs to the headquarters of Barclays Bank (Suisse) S.A. in Geneva, Switzerland. Use it when you send money to an account at Barclays Bank (Suisse) S.A..
What does each part of BARCCHGGXXX stand for?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank (Suisse) S.A., CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, GG is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use BARCCHGGXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCCHGGXXX against the details from Barclays Bank (Suisse) S.A. before sending.
Does Barclays Bank (Suisse) S.A. use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BARCCHGGXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Barclays Bank (Suisse) S.A. in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank (Suisse) S.A. in Switzerland?
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.
Do I need BARCCHGGXXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BARCCHGGXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.