SWIFT/BIC code BGIGCHG1XXX
BGIGCHG1XXX belongs to Bearbull Gestion Institutionnelle (Bbgi) in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BGIGCHG1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BGIGCHG1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bearbull Gestion Institutionnelle (Bbgi) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Bearbull Gestion Institutionnelle (Bbgi) SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BGIG Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- G1 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 is behind BIC BGIGCHG1XXX?
BGIGCHG1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Bearbull Gestion Institutionnelle (Bbgi) in Geneva, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bearbull Gestion Institutionnelle (Bbgi).
What happens if I use BGIGCHG1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BGIGCHG1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Bearbull Gestion Institutionnelle (Bbgi)?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BGIGCHG1XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BGIGCHG1XXX.
Is BGIGCHG1 and BGIGCHG1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BGIGCHG1 is the short version of BGIGCHG1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Bearbull Gestion Institutionnelle (Bbgi) in Geneva.
What is the best way to send money to Bearbull Gestion Institutionnelle (Bbgi)?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare 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.