SWIFT/BIC code NOVRCHBS246
NOVRCHBS246 belongs to Novartis AG in Basle, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NOVRCHBS246 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NOVRCHBS |
| Branch code | 246 |
| Bank | Novartis AG |
| Branch | Novartis Bioventures AG |
| City | Basle |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way 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.
- 246 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code NOVRCHBS246?
The code NOVRCHBS246 belongs to Novartis Bioventures AG, part of Novartis AG in Basle, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Novartis AG take in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need NOVRCHBS246 to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need NOVRCHBS246.
Can I use NOVRCHBS instead of NOVRCHBS246?
NOVRCHBS points to the main office of Novartis AG, while NOVRCHBS246 points to Novartis Bioventures AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NOVRCHBS246 if the recipient asks for it.
Has Novartis AG got other 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 is the best way to send money to Novartis AG?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services 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.