SWIFT/BIC code BTSWCHZ1XXX
BTSWCHZ1XXX belongs to Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi (Switzerland) in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BTSWCHZ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BTSWCHZ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi (Switzerland) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi (Switzerland) SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BTSW Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- Z1 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BTSWCHZ1XXX?
BTSWCHZ1XXX identifies the main office of Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi (Switzerland) in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi (Switzerland) does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of BTSWCHZ1XXX stand for?
BTSW is the institution code of Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi (Switzerland), CH stands for Switzerland, Z1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Is BTSWCHZ1 and BTSWCHZ1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BTSWCHZ1 is the short version of BTSWCHZ1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi (Switzerland) in Zurich.
Do I need BTSWCHZ1XXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BTSWCHZ1XXX.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi (Switzerland) take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi (Switzerland)?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.