SWIFT/BIC code BSCTCH22LOC
BSCTCH22LOC belongs to Banca Dello Stato del Cantone Ticino in Locarno, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BSCTCH22LOC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BSCTCH22 |
| Branch code | LOC |
| Bank | Banca Dello Stato del Cantone Ticino |
| Branch | — |
| City | Locarno |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Banca Dello Stato del Cantone Ticino SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BSCT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- LOC 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/BIC code BSCTCH22LOC?
BSCTCH22LOC is the SWIFT/BIC code of Banca Dello Stato del Cantone Ticino, a unit of Banca Dello Stato del Cantone Ticino in Locarno, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BSCTCH22 instead of BSCTCH22LOC?
BSCTCH22 is the main office of Banca Dello Stato del Cantone Ticino, while BSCTCH22LOC is Banca Dello Stato del Cantone Ticino. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BSCTCH22LOC.
Do I need BSCTCH22LOC for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BSCTCH22LOC.
How long does it take to send money to Banca Dello Stato del Cantone Ticino?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Has Banca Dello Stato del Cantone Ticino got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banca Dello Stato del Cantone Ticino in Switzerland. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banca Dello Stato del Cantone Ticino?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.