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SWIFT/BIC code NOVRCHBSWFS

NOVRCHBSWFS belongs to Novartis AG in Basle, Switzerland.

NOVRCHBSWFS

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNOVRCHBSWFS
8-character codeNOVRCHBS
Branch codeWFS
BankNovartis AG
Branch—
CityBasle
CountrySwitzerland

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.
WFS 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 bank uses SWIFT code NOVRCHBSWFS?

NOVRCHBSWFS identifies Novartis AG, a unit of Novartis AG in Basle, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Novartis AG take?

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

What does each part of NOVRCHBSWFS mean?

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

Do I need NOVRCHBSWFS for a euro transfer to Switzerland?

Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need NOVRCHBSWFS.

What happens if I enter NOVRCHBSWFS with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NOVRCHBSWFS with the recipient before sending.

Can I use NOVRCHBS instead of NOVRCHBSWFS?

NOVRCHBS is the main office of Novartis AG, while NOVRCHBSWFS is Novartis AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NOVRCHBSWFS.

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