SWIFT/BIC code LUKBCH2260F

LUKBCH2260F belongs to Luzerner Kantonalbank in Kriens, Switzerland.

LUKBCH2260F

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLUKBCH2260F
8-character codeLUKBCH22
Branch code60F
BankLuzerner Kantonalbank
Branch—
CityKriens
CountrySwitzerland

The way the Luzerner Kantonalbank SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

LUKB 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.
60F 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 branch is behind BIC LUKBCH2260F?

LUKBCH2260F is the SWIFT/BIC code of Luzerner Kantonalbank, part of Luzerner Kantonalbank in Kriens, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Luzerner Kantonalbank?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need LUKBCH2260F to send euros to Switzerland?

Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need LUKBCH2260F.

Can I use LUKBCH22 instead of LUKBCH2260F?

LUKBCH22 is the head office of Luzerner Kantonalbank, while LUKBCH2260F is Luzerner Kantonalbank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LUKBCH2260F.

Has Luzerner Kantonalbank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 24 SWIFT/BIC codes for Luzerner Kantonalbank in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I use LUKBCH2260F with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LUKBCH2260F 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.