SWIFT/BIC code LBSHCHZ1XXX
LBSHCHZ1XXX belongs to Lbbw (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LBSHCHZ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LBSHCHZ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Lbbw (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Lbbw (Schweiz) AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LBSH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- Z1 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 BIC LBSHCHZ1XXX?
LBSHCHZ1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Lbbw (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Lbbw (Schweiz) AG does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter LBSHCHZ1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LBSHCHZ1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need LBSHCHZ1XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need LBSHCHZ1XXX.
How long does a transfer to Lbbw (Schweiz) AG take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is LBSHCHZ1 and LBSHCHZ1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. LBSHCHZ1 is the 8-character version of LBSHCHZ1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Lbbw (Schweiz) AG in Zurich.
What does each part of LBSHCHZ1XXX mean?
LBSH is the bank code of Lbbw (Schweiz) AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, Z1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.