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SWIFT/BIC code NOVRCHBS046

NOVRCHBS046 belongs to Novartis AG in Stein (AG), Switzerland.

NOVRCHBS046

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNOVRCHBS046
8-character codeNOVRCHBS
Branch code046
BankNovartis AG
Branch—
CityStein (AG)
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.
046 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 BIC NOVRCHBS046?

NOVRCHBS046 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Novartis AG, a unit of Novartis AG in Stein (AG), Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.

Has Novartis AG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 43 SWIFT/BIC codes for Novartis AG in Switzerland. You can see them all on the bank page.

What does each part of NOVRCHBS046 mean?

NOVR is the bank code of Novartis AG, CH stands for Switzerland, BS is the location code and 046 is the code of the department Novartis AG.

How long does a transfer to Novartis AG take in Switzerland?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need NOVRCHBS046 for a euro transfer to Switzerland?

Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need NOVRCHBS046.

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