SWIFT/BIC code BKBBCHBBXXX
BKBBCHBBXXX belongs to Basler Kantonalbank in Basle, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKBBCHBBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKBBCHBB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Basler Kantonalbank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Basle |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Basler Kantonalbank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKBB 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 institution uses SWIFT code BKBBCHBBXXX?
BKBBCHBBXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Basler Kantonalbank in Basle, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Basler Kantonalbank does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Basler Kantonalbank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in BKBBCHBBXXX mean?
BKBB is the bank code of Basler Kantonalbank, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, BB is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I use BKBBCHBBXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKBBCHBBXXX against the details from Basler Kantonalbank before sending.
How long does a transfer to Basler Kantonalbank take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BKBBCHBBXXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BKBBCHBBXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.