SWIFT/BIC code IHZUCHZZXXX
IHZUCHZZXXX belongs to Privatbank Ihag Zuerich in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IHZUCHZZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IHZUCHZZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Privatbank Ihag Zuerich |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Privatbank Ihag Zuerich SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- IHZU 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 BIC IHZUCHZZXXX?
The code IHZUCHZZXXX belongs to the head office of Privatbank Ihag Zuerich in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Privatbank Ihag Zuerich does not need a specific branch.
Does Privatbank Ihag Zuerich have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – IHZUCHZZXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Privatbank Ihag Zuerich in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
Do I need IHZUCHZZXXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need IHZUCHZZXXX.
How long does a transfer to Privatbank Ihag Zuerich take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are IHZUCHZZ and IHZUCHZZXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. IHZUCHZZ is the 8-character version of IHZUCHZZXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Privatbank Ihag Zuerich in Zurich.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Privatbank Ihag Zuerich in Switzerland?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.