SWIFT/BIC code HESGCHZ1XXX
HESGCHZ1XXX belongs to Hewlett-Packard (Schweiz) GMBH in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HESGCHZ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HESGCHZ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Hewlett-Packard (Schweiz) GMBH |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Hewlett-Packard (Schweiz) GMBH SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HESG Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- Z1 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code HESGCHZ1XXX?
The code HESGCHZ1XXX belongs to the main office of Hewlett-Packard (Schweiz) GMBH in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Hewlett-Packard (Schweiz) GMBH does not need a specific branch.
Is HESGCHZ1 and HESGCHZ1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. HESGCHZ1 is the 8-character version of HESGCHZ1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Hewlett-Packard (Schweiz) GMBH in Zurich.
Do I need HESGCHZ1XXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HESGCHZ1XXX.
What is the best way to send money to Hewlett-Packard (Schweiz) GMBH 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.
How long does it take to send money to Hewlett-Packard (Schweiz) GMBH in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of HESGCHZ1XXX stand for?
HESG is the institution code of Hewlett-Packard (Schweiz) GMBH, CH stands for Switzerland, Z1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.