SWIFT/BIC code COOPCHBB60A
COOPCHBB60A belongs to Bank Cler AG, Basel in Lucerne, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COOPCHBB60A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COOPCHBB |
| Branch code | 60A |
| Bank | Bank Cler AG, Basel |
| Branch | — |
| City | Lucerne |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Bank Cler AG, Basel SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 60A 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 branch is behind SWIFT code COOPCHBB60A?
The code COOPCHBB60A belongs to Bank Cler AG, Basel, part of Bank Cler AG, Basel in Lucerne, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use COOPCHBB instead of COOPCHBB60A?
COOPCHBB points to the main office of Bank Cler AG, Basel, while COOPCHBB60A is Bank Cler AG, Basel. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use COOPCHBB60A if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of COOPCHBB60A mean?
COOP is the institution code of Bank Cler AG, Basel, CH stands for Switzerland, BB is the code for the city or region and 60A identifies the branch Bank Cler AG, Basel.
Has Bank Cler AG, Basel got 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. All of them are listed on the page of Bank Cler AG, Basel.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Cler AG, Basel?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need COOPCHBB60A for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need COOPCHBB60A.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.