SWIFT/BIC code NOVRCHBS171
NOVRCHBS171 belongs to Novartis AG in Basle, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NOVRCHBS171 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NOVRCHBS |
| Branch code | 171 |
| Bank | Novartis AG |
| Branch | Novartis Stiftung |
| City | Basle |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Novartis AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 171 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code NOVRCHBS171?
NOVRCHBS171 identifies Novartis Stiftung, a unit of Novartis AG in Basle, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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 2–4 business days.
Do I need NOVRCHBS171 to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need NOVRCHBS171.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Novartis AG in Switzerland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
Does Novartis AG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 43 SWIFT/BIC codes for Novartis AG in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Novartis AG.
What happens if I use NOVRCHBS171 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NOVRCHBS171 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.