SWIFT/BIC code HKABCHZ1XXX
HKABCHZ1XXX belongs to Bank Hugo Kahn and Co AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HKABCHZ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HKABCHZ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank Hugo Kahn and Co AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Bank Hugo Kahn and Co AG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HKAB 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 institution uses BIC HKABCHZ1XXX?
The code HKABCHZ1XXX belongs to the main office of Bank Hugo Kahn and Co AG in Zurich, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bank Hugo Kahn and Co AG.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Hugo Kahn and Co AG?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use HKABCHZ1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HKABCHZ1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Hugo Kahn and Co AG in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HKABCHZ1XXX 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. For other currencies you still need HKABCHZ1XXX.
Is HKABCHZ1 and HKABCHZ1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. HKABCHZ1 is the 8-character version of HKABCHZ1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Bank Hugo Kahn and Co AG in Zurich.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.