SWIFT/BIC code FIVICHZ1XXX
FIVICHZ1XXX belongs to Finanzierungsgesellschaft Viking in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FIVICHZ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FIVICHZ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Finanzierungsgesellschaft Viking |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Finanzierungsgesellschaft Viking SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FIVI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- Z1 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 uses BIC FIVICHZ1XXX?
The code FIVICHZ1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Finanzierungsgesellschaft Viking in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Finanzierungsgesellschaft Viking does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Finanzierungsgesellschaft Viking?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
How long does it take to send money to Finanzierungsgesellschaft Viking in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in FIVICHZ1XXX stand for?
FIVI is the bank code of Finanzierungsgesellschaft Viking, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, Z1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Do I need FIVICHZ1XXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need FIVICHZ1XXX.
Are FIVICHZ1 and FIVICHZ1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. FIVICHZ1 is the short version of FIVICHZ1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Finanzierungsgesellschaft Viking in Zurich.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.