SWIFT/BIC code BIRCCHGGXXX
BIRCCHGGXXX belongs to Bridport et Cie S.A. in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BIRCCHGGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BIRCCHGG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bridport et Cie S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Bridport et Cie S.A. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BIRC 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 BIRCCHGGXXX?
BIRCCHGGXXX identifies the head office of Bridport et Cie S.A. in Geneva, Switzerland. Use it when you send money to an account at Bridport et Cie S.A..
What is the best way to send money to Bridport et Cie S.A. in Switzerland?
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 – the difference can be large.
Are BIRCCHGG and BIRCCHGGXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BIRCCHGG is the short version of BIRCCHGGXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Bridport et Cie S.A. in Geneva.
Do I need BIRCCHGGXXX 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. For other currencies you still need BIRCCHGGXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Bridport et Cie S.A.?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of BIRCCHGGXXX stand for?
BIRC is the bank code of Bridport et Cie S.A., CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, GG is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.