SWIFT/BIC code GLKBCH2287L
GLKBCH2287L belongs to Glarner Kantonalbank in Glarus, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GLKBCH2287L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GLKBCH22 |
| Branch code | 87L |
| Bank | Glarner Kantonalbank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Glarus |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Glarner Kantonalbank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GLKB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 87L 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 bank uses BIC GLKBCH2287L?
The code GLKBCH2287L belongs to Glarner Kantonalbank, a branch or department of Glarner Kantonalbank in Glarus, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter GLKBCH2287L incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GLKBCH2287L against the details from Glarner Kantonalbank before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Glarner Kantonalbank in Switzerland?
Many banks add several percent 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.
What do the letters in GLKBCH2287L mean?
GLKB is the bank code of Glarner Kantonalbank, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, 22 is the location code and 87L identifies the department Glarner Kantonalbank.
Has Glarner Kantonalbank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Glarner Kantonalbank in Switzerland. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Glarner Kantonalbank take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next 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.