SWIFT/BIC code EMSHCH22XXX
EMSHCH22XXX belongs to Ems-Chemie Holding AG in Domat Ems, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EMSHCH22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EMSHCH22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ems-Chemie Holding AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Domat Ems |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Ems-Chemie Holding AG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- EMSH 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 institution uses BIC EMSHCH22XXX?
The code EMSHCH22XXX belongs to the main office of Ems-Chemie Holding AG in Domat Ems, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Ems-Chemie Holding AG.
What happens if I enter EMSHCH22XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check EMSHCH22XXX against the details from Ems-Chemie Holding AG before sending.
Does Ems-Chemie Holding AG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – EMSHCH22XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Ems-Chemie Holding AG in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do the letters in EMSHCH22XXX stand for?
EMSH is the bank code of Ems-Chemie Holding AG, CH stands for Switzerland, 22 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Is EMSHCH22 and EMSHCH22XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. EMSHCH22 is the 8-character version of EMSHCH22XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Ems-Chemie Holding AG in Domat Ems.
Do I need EMSHCH22XXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need EMSHCH22XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.