SWIFT/BIC code BLICCHGGCLS
BLICCHGGCLS belongs to HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BLICCHGGCLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BLICCHGG |
| Branch code | CLS |
| Bank | HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA |
| Branch | Continuous Linked Settlement |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BLIC 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.
- CLS 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 uses SWIFT code BLICCHGGCLS?
BLICCHGGCLS identifies Continuous Linked Settlement, a branch or department of HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA in Geneva, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BLICCHGGCLS for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BLICCHGGCLS.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 7 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA in Switzerland. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use BLICCHGG instead of BLICCHGGCLS?
BLICCHGG is the head office of HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA, while BLICCHGGCLS points to Continuous Linked Settlement. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BLICCHGGCLS.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.