SWIFT/BIC code MEDSCHGGXXX
MEDSCHGGXXX belongs to Bankmed (Suisse) S.A. in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MEDSCHGGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MEDSCHGG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bankmed (Suisse) S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Bankmed (Suisse) S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MEDS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- GG 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code MEDSCHGGXXX?
MEDSCHGGXXX identifies the headquarters of Bankmed (Suisse) S.A. in Geneva, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bankmed (Suisse) S.A..
What do the letters in MEDSCHGGXXX stand for?
MEDS is the bank code of Bankmed (Suisse) S.A., CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, GG is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I use MEDSCHGGXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MEDSCHGGXXX against the details from Bankmed (Suisse) S.A. before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Bankmed (Suisse) S.A. take in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need MEDSCHGGXXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MEDSCHGGXXX.
Is MEDSCHGG and MEDSCHGGXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. MEDSCHGG is the 8-character version of MEDSCHGGXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Bankmed (Suisse) S.A. in Geneva.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.