SWIFT/BIC code BSCTCH22XXX
BSCTCH22XXX belongs to Banca Dello Stato del Cantone Ticino in Bellinzona, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BSCTCH22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BSCTCH22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banca Dello Stato del Cantone Ticino |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bellinzona |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Banca Dello Stato del Cantone Ticino SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BSCTCH22XXX?
BSCTCH22XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Banca Dello Stato del Cantone Ticino in Bellinzona, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Banca Dello Stato del Cantone Ticino does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter BSCTCH22XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BSCTCH22XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
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, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BSCTCH22XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BSCTCH22XXX.
Is BSCTCH22 and BSCTCH22XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BSCTCH22 is the 8-character version of BSCTCH22XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Banca Dello Stato del Cantone Ticino in Bellinzona.
What is the best way to send money to Banca Dello Stato del Cantone Ticino?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.