SWIFT/BIC code BISBCHBBXXX
BISBCHBBXXX belongs to Bank For International Settlements in Basle, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BISBCHBBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BISBCHBB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank For International Settlements |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Basle |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Bank For International Settlements SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BISB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB 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 BISBCHBBXXX?
The code BISBCHBBXXX belongs to the head office of Bank For International Settlements in Basle, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bank For International Settlements.
Is BISBCHBB and BISBCHBBXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BISBCHBB is the short version of BISBCHBBXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Bank For International Settlements in Basle.
What happens if I enter BISBCHBBXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BISBCHBBXXX against the details from Bank For International Settlements before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Bank For International Settlements in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BISBCHBBXXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BISBCHBBXXX.
Does Bank For International Settlements use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BISBCHBBXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bank For International Settlements in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.