SWIFT/BIC code LEFICHB1XXX
LEFICHB1XXX belongs to Markant Finanz AG in Basle, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LEFICHB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LEFICHB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Markant Finanz AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Basle |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Markant Finanz AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LEFI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- B1 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 LEFICHB1XXX?
LEFICHB1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Markant Finanz AG in Basle, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Markant Finanz AG.
What does each part of LEFICHB1XXX stand for?
LEFI is the bank code of Markant Finanz AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, B1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does it take to send money to Markant Finanz AG?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need LEFICHB1XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need LEFICHB1XXX.
Is LEFICHB1 and LEFICHB1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. LEFICHB1 is the 8-character version of LEFICHB1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Markant Finanz AG in Basle.
What happens if I enter LEFICHB1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LEFICHB1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.