SWIFT/BIC code BEFRCH22XXX
BEFRCH22XXX belongs to Banque Cantonale de Fribourg in Fribourg, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BEFRCH22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BEFRCH22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Cantonale de Fribourg |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Fribourg |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Banque Cantonale de Fribourg SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BEFR 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
Which institution uses BIC BEFRCH22XXX?
BEFRCH22XXX identifies the main office of Banque Cantonale de Fribourg in Fribourg, Switzerland. It is the code to use when a payment to Banque Cantonale de Fribourg does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Cantonale de Fribourg 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.
How long does it take to send money to Banque Cantonale de Fribourg?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BEFRCH22XXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BEFRCH22XXX.
Is BEFRCH22 and BEFRCH22XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BEFRCH22 is the 8-character version of BEFRCH22XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Banque Cantonale de Fribourg in Fribourg.
Does Banque Cantonale de Fribourg use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BEFRCH22XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Banque Cantonale de Fribourg in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.