SWIFT/BIC code KBBECH22XXX
KBBECH22XXX belongs to Berner Kantonalbank AG in Berne, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KBBECH22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KBBECH22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Berner Kantonalbank AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Berne |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Berner Kantonalbank AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KBBE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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 institution uses SWIFT code KBBECH22XXX?
KBBECH22XXX identifies the headquarters of Berner Kantonalbank AG in Berne, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Berner Kantonalbank AG does not need a specific branch.
Does Berner Kantonalbank AG have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, KBBECH22XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Berner Kantonalbank AG in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Berner Kantonalbank AG?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
Are KBBECH22 and KBBECH22XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. KBBECH22 is the short version of KBBECH22XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Berner Kantonalbank AG in Berne.
Do I need KBBECH22XXX to send euros 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 KBBECH22XXX.
How long does a transfer to Berner Kantonalbank AG take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.