SWIFT/BIC code NOVRCHBSSAN
NOVRCHBSSAN belongs to Novartis AG in Basle, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NOVRCHBSSAN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NOVRCHBS |
| Branch code | SAN |
| Bank | Novartis AG |
| Branch | Sanierungsstiftung |
| 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.
- SAN 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 NOVRCHBSSAN?
NOVRCHBSSAN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sanierungsstiftung, a unit of Novartis AG in Basle, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter NOVRCHBSSAN incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NOVRCHBSSAN with the recipient before sending.
Do I need NOVRCHBSSAN to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need NOVRCHBSSAN.
What is the best way to send money to Novartis AG?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Novartis AG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use NOVRCHBS instead of NOVRCHBSSAN?
NOVRCHBS points to the main office of Novartis AG, while NOVRCHBSSAN points to Sanierungsstiftung. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NOVRCHBSSAN.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.