SWIFT/BIC code EFVBCH22XXX
EFVBCH22XXX belongs to Eidgenoessische Finanzverwaltung in Berne, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EFVBCH22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EFVBCH22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Eidgenoessische Finanzverwaltung |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Berne |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Eidgenoessische Finanzverwaltung SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- EFVB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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 bank is behind SWIFT code EFVBCH22XXX?
The code EFVBCH22XXX belongs to the headquarters of Eidgenoessische Finanzverwaltung in Berne, Switzerland. It is the code to use when a payment to Eidgenoessische Finanzverwaltung does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in EFVBCH22XXX stand for?
EFVB is the bank code of Eidgenoessische Finanzverwaltung, CH stands for Switzerland, 22 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What is the best way to send money to Eidgenoessische Finanzverwaltung?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
Has Eidgenoessische Finanzverwaltung got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Eidgenoessische Finanzverwaltung in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need EFVBCH22XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need EFVBCH22XXX.
How long does a transfer to Eidgenoessische Finanzverwaltung take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.