SWIFT/BIC code NESNCH22XXX
NESNCH22XXX belongs to Nestle S.A. in Vevey, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NESNCH22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NESNCH22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Nestle S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vevey |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Nestle S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NESN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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 code NESNCH22XXX?
NESNCH22XXX identifies the head office of Nestle S.A. in Vevey, Switzerland. It is the code to use when a payment to Nestle S.A. does not need a specific branch.
Do I need NESNCH22XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NESNCH22XXX.
How long does a transfer to Nestle S.A. take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are NESNCH22 and NESNCH22XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. NESNCH22 is the 8-character version of NESNCH22XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Nestle S.A. in Vevey.
What do the letters in NESNCH22XXX mean?
NESN is the bank code of Nestle S.A., CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, 22 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Nestle S.A.?
Many banks add several percent 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.