SWIFT/BIC code CBSWCHZZXXX
CBSWCHZZXXX belongs to Citibank (Switzerland) AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBSWCHZZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBSWCHZZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Citibank (Switzerland) AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Citibank (Switzerland) AG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CBSW Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- ZZ 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 BIC CBSWCHZZXXX?
The code CBSWCHZZXXX belongs to the head office of Citibank (Switzerland) AG in Zurich, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Citibank (Switzerland) AG.
What does each part of CBSWCHZZXXX mean?
CBSW is the institution code of Citibank (Switzerland) AG, CH stands for Switzerland, ZZ is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Does Citibank (Switzerland) AG have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, CBSWCHZZXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Citibank (Switzerland) AG in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I enter CBSWCHZZXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CBSWCHZZXXX against the details from Citibank (Switzerland) AG before sending.
Is CBSWCHZZ and CBSWCHZZXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. CBSWCHZZ is the 8-character version of CBSWCHZZXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Citibank (Switzerland) AG in Zurich.
Do I need CBSWCHZZXXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need CBSWCHZZXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.