SWIFT/BIC code BILSCHZZXXX
BILSCHZZXXX belongs to Banque Internationale A Luxembourg (Suisse) SA in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BILSCHZZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BILSCHZZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Internationale A Luxembourg (Suisse) SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Banque Internationale A Luxembourg (Suisse) SA SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BILS 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 code BILSCHZZXXX?
BILSCHZZXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Banque Internationale A Luxembourg (Suisse) SA in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Banque Internationale A Luxembourg (Suisse) SA does not need a specific branch.
Does Banque Internationale A Luxembourg (Suisse) SA use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BILSCHZZXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banque Internationale A Luxembourg (Suisse) SA in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I use BILSCHZZXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BILSCHZZXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Banque Internationale A Luxembourg (Suisse) SA?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in BILSCHZZXXX mean?
BILS is the bank code of Banque Internationale A Luxembourg (Suisse) SA, CH stands for Switzerland, ZZ is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Is BILSCHZZ and BILSCHZZXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BILSCHZZ is the 8-character version of BILSCHZZXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Banque Internationale A Luxembourg (Suisse) SA in Zurich.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.