SWIFT/BIC code BLICCHGGLUG
BLICCHGGLUG belongs to HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA in Lugano, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BLICCHGGLUG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BLICCHGG |
| Branch code | LUG |
| Bank | HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA |
| Branch | Lugano Branch |
| City | Lugano |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- LUG 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 BLICCHGGLUG?
BLICCHGGLUG is the SWIFT/BIC code of Lugano Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA in Lugano, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 7 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA in Switzerland. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use BLICCHGG instead of BLICCHGGLUG?
BLICCHGG is the main office of HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA, while BLICCHGGLUG is Lugano Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BLICCHGGLUG if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter BLICCHGGLUG incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BLICCHGGLUG against the details from HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA before you confirm.
What does each part of BLICCHGGLUG stand for?
BLIC is the bank code of HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, GG is the code for the city or region and LUG identifies the branch Lugano Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.