SWIFT/BIC code GAGZCH21XXX
GAGZCH21XXX belongs to Glencore AG in Baar, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GAGZCH21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GAGZCH21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Glencore AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Baar |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Glencore AG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GAGZ Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 is behind BIC GAGZCH21XXX?
The code GAGZCH21XXX belongs to the head office of Glencore AG in Baar, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Glencore AG does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter GAGZCH21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GAGZCH21XXX against the details from Glencore AG before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Glencore AG?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Glencore AG use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GAGZCH21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Glencore AG in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do the letters in GAGZCH21XXX mean?
GAGZ is the institution code of Glencore AG, CH stands for Switzerland, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Are GAGZCH21 and GAGZCH21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. GAGZCH21 is the short version of GAGZCH21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Glencore AG in Baar.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.