SWIFT/BIC code HSBCCHZZXXX
HSBCCHZZXXX belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBCCHZZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBCCHZZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HSBC 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 SWIFT code HSBCCHZZXXX?
HSBCCHZZXXX identifies the headquarters of HSBC Bank PLC in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when you send money to an account at HSBC Bank PLC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Is HSBCCHZZ and HSBCCHZZXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. HSBCCHZZ is the short version of HSBCCHZZXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to HSBC Bank PLC in Zurich.
Do I need HSBCCHZZXXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HSBCCHZZXXX.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use HSBCCHZZXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HSBCCHZZXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.