SWIFT/BIC code HSBLCHZZXXX
HSBLCHZZXXX belongs to Habibsons Bank Limited, London, Zurich Branch in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBLCHZZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBLCHZZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Habibsons Bank Limited, London, Zurich Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Habibsons Bank Limited, London, Zurich Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HSBL 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
Which bank uses SWIFT/BIC code HSBLCHZZXXX?
The code HSBLCHZZXXX belongs to the head office of Habibsons Bank Limited, London, Zurich Branch in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Habibsons Bank Limited, London, Zurich Branch does not need a specific branch.
Does Habibsons Bank Limited, London, Zurich Branch use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – HSBLCHZZXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Habibsons Bank Limited, London, Zurich Branch in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter HSBLCHZZXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HSBLCHZZXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Habibsons Bank Limited, London, Zurich Branch?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HSBLCHZZXXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HSBLCHZZXXX.
Is HSBLCHZZ and HSBLCHZZXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. HSBLCHZZ is the 8-character version of HSBLCHZZXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Habibsons Bank Limited, London, Zurich Branch in Zurich.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.