SWIFT/BIC code CITICHZZXXX
CITICHZZXXX belongs to Citibank N.a. in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CITICHZZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CITICHZZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Citibank N.a. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Citibank N.a. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CITI 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code CITICHZZXXX?
CITICHZZXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Citibank N.a. in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Citibank N.a. does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Citibank N.a. in Switzerland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
Does Citibank N.a. use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CITICHZZXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Citibank N.a. in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use CITICHZZXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CITICHZZXXX against the details from Citibank N.a. before you confirm.
Is CITICHZZ and CITICHZZXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. CITICHZZ is the short version of CITICHZZXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Citibank N.a. in Zurich.
Do I need CITICHZZXXX to send euros 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 still need CITICHZZXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.