SWIFT/BIC code GAMSCHG1XXX

GAMSCHG1XXX belongs to Galena Asset Management B.V. Amsterdam, Geneva Branch in Geneva, Switzerland.

GAMSCHG1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGAMSCHG1XXX
8-character codeGAMSCHG1
Branch codeXXX
BankGalena Asset Management B.V. Amsterdam, Geneva Branch
BranchHead office
CityGeneva
CountrySwitzerland

How the Galena Asset Management B.V. Amsterdam, Geneva Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured

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

GAMS Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
CH Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
G1 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/BIC code GAMSCHG1XXX?

GAMSCHG1XXX identifies the head office of Galena Asset Management B.V. Amsterdam, Geneva Branch in Geneva, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Galena Asset Management B.V. Amsterdam, Geneva Branch.

Do I need GAMSCHG1XXX 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. For other currencies you do need GAMSCHG1XXX.

What is the best way to send money to Galena Asset Management B.V. Amsterdam, Geneva Branch?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

How long does a transfer to Galena Asset Management B.V. Amsterdam, Geneva Branch take in Switzerland?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Is GAMSCHG1 and GAMSCHG1XXX the same code?

Yes. GAMSCHG1 is the short version of GAMSCHG1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Galena Asset Management B.V. Amsterdam, Geneva Branch in Geneva.

Does Galena Asset Management B.V. Amsterdam, Geneva Branch use only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, GAMSCHG1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Galena Asset Management B.V. Amsterdam, Geneva Branch in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

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