SWIFT/BIC code COUTCHZZXXX
COUTCHZZXXX belongs to Coutts and Co LTD in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COUTCHZZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COUTCHZZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Coutts and Co LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Coutts and Co LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COUT 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code COUTCHZZXXX?
The code COUTCHZZXXX belongs to the headquarters of Coutts and Co LTD in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Coutts and Co LTD does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use COUTCHZZXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check COUTCHZZXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need COUTCHZZXXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need COUTCHZZXXX.
How long does a transfer to Coutts and Co LTD take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is COUTCHZZ and COUTCHZZXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. COUTCHZZ is the short version of COUTCHZZXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Coutts and Co LTD in Zurich.
What do the letters in COUTCHZZXXX stand for?
COUT is the bank code of Coutts and Co LTD, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZZ is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.