SWIFT/BIC code BCVSCH2LXXX
BCVSCH2LXXX belongs to Banque Cantonale du Valais in Sion/Sitten, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCVSCH2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCVSCH2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Cantonale du Valais |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sion/Sitten |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Banque Cantonale du Valais SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCVS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L 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 bank uses BIC BCVSCH2LXXX?
BCVSCH2LXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Banque Cantonale du Valais in Sion/Sitten, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Banque Cantonale du Valais does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Cantonale du Valais?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in BCVSCH2LXXX stand for?
BCVS is the institution code of Banque Cantonale du Valais, CH stands for Switzerland, 2L is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Does Banque Cantonale du Valais have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BCVSCH2LXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Banque Cantonale du Valais in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use BCVSCH2LXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BCVSCH2LXXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Banque Cantonale du Valais take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.