SWIFT/BIC code MIGRCHZZ60A
MIGRCHZZ60A belongs to Migros Bank in Lucerne, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIGRCHZZ60A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIGRCHZZ |
| Branch code | 60A |
| Bank | Migros Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Lucerne |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Migros Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MIGR 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.
- 60A 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 MIGRCHZZ60A?
The code MIGRCHZZ60A belongs to Migros Bank, a branch or department of Migros Bank in Lucerne, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Migros Bank?
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 – the difference can be large.
What does each part of MIGRCHZZ60A mean?
MIGR is the institution code of Migros Bank, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZZ is the code for the city or region and 60A is the code of the department Migros Bank.
Does Migros Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 14 SWIFT/BIC codes for Migros Bank in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Migros Bank.
How long does a transfer to Migros Bank take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIGRCHZZ60A to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MIGRCHZZ60A.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.