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SWIFT/BIC code NOVRCHBS010

NOVRCHBS010 belongs to Novartis AG in Basle, Switzerland.

NOVRCHBS010

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNOVRCHBS010
8-character codeNOVRCHBS
Branch code010
BankNovartis AG
BranchNovartis International AG
CityBasle
CountrySwitzerland

How the Novartis AG SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

NOVR Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
CH Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
BS Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
010 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 code NOVRCHBS010?

NOVRCHBS010 identifies Novartis International AG, part of Novartis AG in Basle, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Novartis AG?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of NOVRCHBS010 mean?

NOVR is the bank code of Novartis AG, CH stands for Switzerland, BS is the code for the city or region and 010 is the code of the branch Novartis International AG.

What happens if I enter NOVRCHBS010 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NOVRCHBS010 with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need NOVRCHBS010 for a euro transfer to Switzerland?

Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need NOVRCHBS010.

How long does a transfer to Novartis AG take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.