SWIFT/BIC code MEGGCH21XXX
MEGGCH21XXX belongs to Medigest SA in Lugano, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MEGGCH21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MEGGCH21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Medigest SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lugano |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Medigest SA SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MEGG Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code MEGGCH21XXX?
The code MEGGCH21XXX belongs to the main office of Medigest SA in Lugano, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Medigest SA.
Does Medigest SA have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – MEGGCH21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Medigest SA in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
Are MEGGCH21 and MEGGCH21XXX the same code?
Yes. MEGGCH21 is the short version of MEGGCH21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Medigest SA in Lugano.
How long does a transfer to Medigest SA take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MEGGCH21XXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need MEGGCH21XXX.
What happens if I enter MEGGCH21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MEGGCH21XXX 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.