SWIFT/BIC code PCBCCHZZCLR
PCBCCHZZCLR belongs to China Construction Bank Corporation, Beijing, Swiss Branch Zurich in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCBCCHZZCLR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCBCCHZZ |
| Branch code | CLR |
| Bank | China Construction Bank Corporation, Beijing, Swiss Branch Zurich |
| Branch | Swiss Rmb Clearing Center |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the China Construction Bank Corporation, Beijing, Swiss Branch Zurich SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PCBC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- ZZ Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CLR 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 uses SWIFT code PCBCCHZZCLR?
PCBCCHZZCLR identifies Swiss Rmb Clearing Center, a branch or department of China Construction Bank Corporation, Beijing, Swiss Branch Zurich in Zurich, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has China Construction Bank Corporation, Beijing, Swiss Branch Zurich got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for China Construction Bank Corporation, Beijing, Swiss Branch Zurich in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation, Beijing, Swiss Branch Zurich in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need PCBCCHZZCLR for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need PCBCCHZZCLR.
Can I use PCBCCHZZ instead of PCBCCHZZCLR?
PCBCCHZZ is the main office of China Construction Bank Corporation, Beijing, Swiss Branch Zurich, while PCBCCHZZCLR is Swiss Rmb Clearing Center. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PCBCCHZZCLR.
What is the cheapest way to send money to China Construction Bank Corporation, Beijing, Swiss Branch Zurich?
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 – 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.