SWIFT/BIC code COOPCHBB25A
COOPCHBB25A belongs to Bank Cler AG, Basel in Biel (Bienne), Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COOPCHBB25A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COOPCHBB |
| Branch code | 25A |
| Bank | Bank Cler AG, Basel |
| Branch | — |
| City | Biel (Bienne) |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Bank Cler AG, Basel SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COOP 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.
- 25A 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/BIC code COOPCHBB25A?
COOPCHBB25A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bank Cler AG, Basel, a branch or department of Bank Cler AG, Basel in Biel (Bienne), Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use COOPCHBB instead of COOPCHBB25A?
COOPCHBB is the main office of Bank Cler AG, Basel, while COOPCHBB25A points to Bank Cler AG, Basel. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use COOPCHBB25A if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Cler AG, Basel?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Bank Cler AG, Basel have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 9 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Cler AG, Basel in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use COOPCHBB25A incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check COOPCHBB25A with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of COOPCHBB25A mean?
COOP is the bank code of Bank Cler AG, Basel, CH stands for Switzerland, BB is the location code and 25A is the code of the branch Bank Cler AG, Basel.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.