SWIFT/BIC code BBHCCHZZXXX
BBHCCHZZXXX belongs to Brown Brothers Harriman Services AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BBHCCHZZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BBHCCHZZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Brown Brothers Harriman Services AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Brown Brothers Harriman Services AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BBHC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- ZZ 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 SWIFT code BBHCCHZZXXX?
The code BBHCCHZZXXX belongs to the headquarters of Brown Brothers Harriman Services AG in Zurich, Switzerland. It is the code to use when a payment to Brown Brothers Harriman Services AG does not need a specific branch.
Does Brown Brothers Harriman Services AG use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BBHCCHZZXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Brown Brothers Harriman Services AG in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I enter BBHCCHZZXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BBHCCHZZXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Brown Brothers Harriman Services AG?
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.
Is BBHCCHZZ and BBHCCHZZXXX the same code?
Yes. BBHCCHZZ is the 8-character version of BBHCCHZZXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Brown Brothers Harriman Services AG in Zurich.
Do I need BBHCCHZZXXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of 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 BBHCCHZZXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.