SWIFT/BIC code OBWKCH22XXX
OBWKCH22XXX belongs to Obwaldner Kantonalbank in Sarnen, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OBWKCH22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OBWKCH22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Obwaldner Kantonalbank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sarnen |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Obwaldner Kantonalbank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- OBWK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 BIC OBWKCH22XXX?
OBWKCH22XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Obwaldner Kantonalbank in Sarnen, Switzerland. It is the code to use when a payment to Obwaldner Kantonalbank does not need a specific branch.
Does Obwaldner Kantonalbank have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, OBWKCH22XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Obwaldner Kantonalbank in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does it take to send money to Obwaldner Kantonalbank?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need OBWKCH22XXX for a euro transfer 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 still need OBWKCH22XXX.
Are OBWKCH22 and OBWKCH22XXX the same code?
Yes. OBWKCH22 is the short version of OBWKCH22XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Obwaldner Kantonalbank in Sarnen.
What happens if I enter OBWKCH22XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check OBWKCH22XXX against the details from Obwaldner Kantonalbank before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.