SWIFT/BIC code MHSCCHZZXXX
MHSCCHZZXXX belongs to Mizuho Bank (Switzerland) LTD. in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MHSCCHZZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MHSCCHZZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Mizuho Bank (Switzerland) LTD. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Mizuho Bank (Switzerland) LTD. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MHSC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- ZZ 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 uses SWIFT code MHSCCHZZXXX?
MHSCCHZZXXX identifies the main office of Mizuho Bank (Switzerland) LTD. in Zurich, Switzerland. It is the code to use when a payment to Mizuho Bank (Switzerland) LTD. does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Mizuho Bank (Switzerland) LTD. in Switzerland?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Mizuho Bank (Switzerland) LTD. use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, MHSCCHZZXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Mizuho Bank (Switzerland) LTD. in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
Are MHSCCHZZ and MHSCCHZZXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. MHSCCHZZ is the 8-character version of MHSCCHZZXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Mizuho Bank (Switzerland) LTD. in Zurich.
How long does it take to send money to Mizuho Bank (Switzerland) LTD.?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MHSCCHZZXXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need MHSCCHZZXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.