SWIFT/BIC code LUKBCH2260S

LUKBCH2260S belongs to Luzerner Kantonalbank in Littau, Switzerland.

LUKBCH2260S

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLUKBCH2260S
8-character codeLUKBCH22
Branch code60S
BankLuzerner Kantonalbank
Branch—
CityLittau
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.
60S 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 uses BIC LUKBCH2260S?

The code LUKBCH2260S belongs to Luzerner Kantonalbank, a branch or department of Luzerner Kantonalbank in Littau, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Has Luzerner Kantonalbank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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 do the letters in LUKBCH2260S mean?

LUKB is the bank code of Luzerner Kantonalbank, CH stands for Switzerland, 22 is the location code and 60S is the code of the department Luzerner Kantonalbank.

Can I use LUKBCH22 instead of LUKBCH2260S?

LUKBCH22 points to the main office of Luzerner Kantonalbank, while LUKBCH2260S points to Luzerner Kantonalbank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LUKBCH2260S.

What is the best way to send money to Luzerner Kantonalbank in Switzerland?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I enter LUKBCH2260S incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LUKBCH2260S 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.