SWIFT/BIC code NIKACH22XXX
NIKACH22XXX belongs to Nidwaldner Kantonalbank in Stans, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NIKACH22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NIKACH22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Nidwaldner Kantonalbank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Stans |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Nidwaldner Kantonalbank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NIKA 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 NIKACH22XXX?
NIKACH22XXX identifies the head office of Nidwaldner Kantonalbank in Stans, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Nidwaldner Kantonalbank.
Does Nidwaldner Kantonalbank have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – NIKACH22XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Nidwaldner Kantonalbank in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does it take to send money to Nidwaldner Kantonalbank in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NIKACH22XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need NIKACH22XXX.
Is NIKACH22 and NIKACH22XXX the same code?
Yes. NIKACH22 is the 8-character version of NIKACH22XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Nidwaldner Kantonalbank in Stans.
What happens if I use NIKACH22XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NIKACH22XXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.