SWIFT/BIC code BEGOCHZZXXX
BEGOCHZZXXX belongs to Berenberg Bank (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BEGOCHZZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BEGOCHZZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Berenberg Bank (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Berenberg Bank (Schweiz) AG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BEGO 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/BIC code BEGOCHZZXXX?
BEGOCHZZXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Berenberg Bank (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Berenberg Bank (Schweiz) AG.
Do I need BEGOCHZZXXX 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 do need BEGOCHZZXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Berenberg Bank (Schweiz) AG?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are BEGOCHZZ and BEGOCHZZXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BEGOCHZZ is the short version of BEGOCHZZXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Berenberg Bank (Schweiz) AG in Zurich.
What does each part of BEGOCHZZXXX stand for?
BEGO is the institution code of Berenberg Bank (Schweiz) AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZZ is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Berenberg Bank (Schweiz) AG?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.