SWIFT/BIC code BASECH22XXX
BASECH22XXX belongs to Banca del Sempione SA in Lugano, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BASECH22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BASECH22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banca del Sempione SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lugano |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Banca del Sempione SA SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 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
What bank is behind BIC BASECH22XXX?
The code BASECH22XXX belongs to the headquarters of Banca del Sempione SA in Lugano, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Banca del Sempione SA does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in BASECH22XXX mean?
BASE is the institution code of Banca del Sempione SA, CH stands for Switzerland, 22 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use BASECH22XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BASECH22XXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Banca del Sempione SA in Switzerland?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
Has Banca del Sempione SA got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banca del Sempione SA in Switzerland. You can see them all on the bank page.
Is BASECH22 and BASECH22XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BASECH22 is the short version of BASECH22XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Banca del Sempione SA in Lugano.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.