SWIFT/BIC code BASECH2266A
BASECH2266A belongs to Banca del Sempione SA in Locarno, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BASECH2266A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BASECH22 |
| Branch code | 66A |
| Bank | Banca del Sempione SA |
| Branch | — |
| City | Locarno |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Banca del Sempione SA SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BASE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 66A 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code BASECH2266A?
BASECH2266A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Banca del Sempione SA, a branch or department of Banca del Sempione SA in Locarno, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Banca del Sempione SA take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BASECH2266A to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BASECH2266A.
What is the best way to send money to Banca del Sempione SA in Switzerland?
Many banks 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.
What happens if I enter BASECH2266A with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BASECH2266A against the details from Banca del Sempione SA before you confirm.
What does each part of BASECH2266A stand for?
BASE is the bank code of Banca del Sempione SA, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, 22 is the location code and 66A is the code of the branch Banca del Sempione SA.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.