SWIFT/BIC code GOLDCHZZXXX
GOLDCHZZXXX belongs to Goldman Sachs Bank AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GOLDCHZZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GOLDCHZZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Goldman Sachs Bank AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Goldman Sachs Bank AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GOLD Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- ZZ 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 GOLDCHZZXXX?
GOLDCHZZXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Goldman Sachs Bank AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when you send money to an account at Goldman Sachs Bank AG.
Do I need GOLDCHZZXXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need GOLDCHZZXXX.
How long does a transfer to Goldman Sachs Bank AG take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are GOLDCHZZ and GOLDCHZZXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. GOLDCHZZ is the 8-character version of GOLDCHZZXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Goldman Sachs Bank AG in Zurich.
Does Goldman Sachs Bank AG use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GOLDCHZZXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Goldman Sachs Bank AG in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I use GOLDCHZZXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GOLDCHZZXXX against the details from Goldman Sachs Bank AG before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.