SWIFT/BIC code BICFCHGGXXX
BICFCHGGXXX belongs to Banque Internationale de Commerce - Bred in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BICFCHGGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BICFCHGG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Internationale de Commerce - Bred |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Banque Internationale de Commerce - Bred SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BICF Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- GG 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
What bank is behind BIC BICFCHGGXXX?
BICFCHGGXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Banque Internationale de Commerce - Bred in Geneva, Switzerland. It is the code to use when a payment to Banque Internationale de Commerce - Bred does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of BICFCHGGXXX mean?
BICF is the institution code of Banque Internationale de Commerce - Bred, CH stands for Switzerland, GG is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Internationale de Commerce - Bred?
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 happens if I use BICFCHGGXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BICFCHGGXXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Banque Internationale de Commerce - Bred in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BICFCHGGXXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BICFCHGGXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.