SWIFT/BIC code CIALCHBBXXX

CIALCHBBXXX belongs to Bank Cic (Switzerland) LTD. in Basle, Switzerland.

CIALCHBBXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCIALCHBBXXX
8-character codeCIALCHBB
Branch codeXXX
BankBank Cic (Switzerland) LTD.
BranchHead office
CityBasle
CountrySwitzerland

The way the Bank Cic (Switzerland) LTD. SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

CIAL Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
CH Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
BB 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

What bank is behind SWIFT code CIALCHBBXXX?

CIALCHBBXXX identifies the head office of Bank Cic (Switzerland) LTD. in Basle, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bank Cic (Switzerland) LTD..

Do I need CIALCHBBXXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?

Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need CIALCHBBXXX.

How long does it take to send money to Bank Cic (Switzerland) LTD. in Switzerland?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Are CIALCHBB and CIALCHBBXXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes. CIALCHBB is the short version of CIALCHBBXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Bank Cic (Switzerland) LTD. in Basle.

What happens if I enter CIALCHBBXXX with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CIALCHBBXXX with the recipient before you confirm.

What does each part of CIALCHBBXXX mean?

CIAL is the institution code of Bank Cic (Switzerland) LTD., CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, BB is the location code and XXX means the main office.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.