SWIFT/BIC code BLICCHGGZUR
BLICCHGGZUR belongs to HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BLICCHGGZUR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BLICCHGG |
| Branch code | ZUR |
| Bank | HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA |
| Branch | Zurich Branch |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How 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.
- ZUR 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 branch uses SWIFT code BLICCHGGZUR?
BLICCHGGZUR identifies Zurich Branch, part of HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA in Zurich, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA in Switzerland?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need BLICCHGGZUR to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need BLICCHGGZUR.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use BLICCHGG instead of BLICCHGGZUR?
BLICCHGG points to the main office of HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA, while BLICCHGGZUR points to Zurich Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BLICCHGGZUR if the recipient asks for it.
Does HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 7 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.