SWIFT/BIC code KBZGCH22XXX
KBZGCH22XXX belongs to Zuger Kantonalbank in Zug, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KBZGCH22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KBZGCH22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Zuger Kantonalbank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zug |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Zuger Kantonalbank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KBZG 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code KBZGCH22XXX?
KBZGCH22XXX identifies the main office of Zuger Kantonalbank in Zug, Switzerland. It is the code to use when a payment to Zuger Kantonalbank does not need a specific branch.
Are KBZGCH22 and KBZGCH22XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. KBZGCH22 is the short version of KBZGCH22XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Zuger Kantonalbank in Zug.
How long does a transfer to Zuger Kantonalbank take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need KBZGCH22XXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need KBZGCH22XXX.
What do the letters in KBZGCH22XXX stand for?
KBZG is the bank code of Zuger Kantonalbank, CH stands for Switzerland, 22 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I enter KBZGCH22XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check KBZGCH22XXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.