SWIFT/BIC code JHOTCHZZXXX
JHOTCHZZXXX belongs to Hottinger AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | JHOTCHZZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | JHOTCHZZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Hottinger AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Hottinger AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- JHOT 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 is behind SWIFT code JHOTCHZZXXX?
JHOTCHZZXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Hottinger AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when you send money to an account at Hottinger AG.
Does Hottinger AG have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – JHOTCHZZXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Hottinger AG in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter JHOTCHZZXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check JHOTCHZZXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Hottinger AG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need JHOTCHZZXXX 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 JHOTCHZZXXX.
Are JHOTCHZZ and JHOTCHZZXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. JHOTCHZZ is the short version of JHOTCHZZXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Hottinger AG in Zurich.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.