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SWIFT/BIC code FAVSCHGGXXX

FAVSCHGGXXX belongs to Fonds de Compensation Avs/Ai/Apg in Geneva, Switzerland.

FAVSCHGGXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeFAVSCHGGXXX
8-character codeFAVSCHGG
Branch codeXXX
BankFonds de Compensation Avs/Ai/Apg
BranchHead office
CityGeneva
CountrySwitzerland

The way the Fonds de Compensation Avs/Ai/Apg SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

FAVS Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
CH Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
GG 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 is behind SWIFT code FAVSCHGGXXX?

The code FAVSCHGGXXX belongs to the main office of Fonds de Compensation Avs/Ai/Apg in Geneva, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Fonds de Compensation Avs/Ai/Apg.

What does each part of FAVSCHGGXXX mean?

FAVS is the bank code of Fonds de Compensation Avs/Ai/Apg, CH stands for Switzerland, GG is the location code and XXX means the head office.

Do I need FAVSCHGGXXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?

Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need FAVSCHGGXXX.

How long does a transfer to Fonds de Compensation Avs/Ai/Apg take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Is FAVSCHGG and FAVSCHGGXXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes. FAVSCHGG is the 8-character version of FAVSCHGGXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Fonds de Compensation Avs/Ai/Apg in Geneva.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Fonds de Compensation Avs/Ai/Apg?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.