SWIFT/BIC code IGBKCHGGXXX
IGBKCHGGXXX belongs to Ig Bank S.A. in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IGBKCHGGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IGBKCHGG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ig Bank S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Ig Bank S.A. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- IGBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- GG 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 code IGBKCHGGXXX?
IGBKCHGGXXX identifies the headquarters of Ig Bank S.A. in Geneva, Switzerland. It is the code to use when a payment to Ig Bank S.A. does not need a specific branch.
Do I need IGBKCHGGXXX for a euro transfer 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 IGBKCHGGXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Ig Bank S.A.?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are IGBKCHGG and IGBKCHGGXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. IGBKCHGG is the short version of IGBKCHGGXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Ig Bank S.A. in Geneva.
What happens if I use IGBKCHGGXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check IGBKCHGGXXX against the details from Ig Bank S.A. before you confirm.
Does Ig Bank S.A. have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, IGBKCHGGXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Ig Bank S.A. in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.