SWIFT/BIC code MERCCHGGXXX
MERCCHGGXXX belongs to Mercuria Energy Trading SA in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MERCCHGGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MERCCHGG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Mercuria Energy Trading SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Mercuria Energy Trading SA SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MERC 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
Which bank is behind BIC MERCCHGGXXX?
MERCCHGGXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Mercuria Energy Trading SA in Geneva, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Mercuria Energy Trading SA does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Mercuria Energy Trading SA?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Mercuria Energy Trading SA have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, MERCCHGGXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Mercuria Energy Trading SA in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in MERCCHGGXXX stand for?
MERC is the institution code of Mercuria Energy Trading SA, CH stands for Switzerland, GG is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Are MERCCHGG and MERCCHGGXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. MERCCHGG is the short version of MERCCHGGXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Mercuria Energy Trading SA in Geneva.
Do I need MERCCHGGXXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MERCCHGGXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.