SWIFT/BIC code LIAOCHG1XXX
LIAOCHG1XXX belongs to Lia Oil SA in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LIAOCHG1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LIAOCHG1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Lia Oil SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Lia Oil SA SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LIAO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- G1 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 LIAOCHG1XXX?
LIAOCHG1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Lia Oil SA in Geneva, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Lia Oil SA.
Does Lia Oil SA use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, LIAOCHG1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Lia Oil SA in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I enter LIAOCHG1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LIAOCHG1XXX with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of LIAOCHG1XXX mean?
LIAO is the institution code of Lia Oil SA, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, G1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What is the best way to send money to Lia Oil SA?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
Are LIAOCHG1 and LIAOCHG1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. LIAOCHG1 is the short version of LIAOCHG1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Lia Oil SA in Geneva.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.