SWIFT/BIC code FRGGCHB1XXX
FRGGCHB1XXX belongs to Freie Gemeinschaftsbank Genossenschaft in Basle, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FRGGCHB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FRGGCHB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Freie Gemeinschaftsbank Genossenschaft |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Basle |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Freie Gemeinschaftsbank Genossenschaft SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FRGG Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- B1 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 FRGGCHB1XXX?
FRGGCHB1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Freie Gemeinschaftsbank Genossenschaft in Basle, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Freie Gemeinschaftsbank Genossenschaft does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Freie Gemeinschaftsbank Genossenschaft in Switzerland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
Does Freie Gemeinschaftsbank Genossenschaft use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – FRGGCHB1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Freie Gemeinschaftsbank Genossenschaft in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I use FRGGCHB1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check FRGGCHB1XXX with the recipient before sending.
Do I need FRGGCHB1XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need FRGGCHB1XXX.
How long does a transfer to Freie Gemeinschaftsbank Genossenschaft take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.