SWIFT/BIC code PICTCHGGXXX
PICTCHGGXXX belongs to Banque Pictet et Cie SA in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICTCHGGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICTCHGG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Pictet et Cie SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Banque Pictet et Cie SA SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PICT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- GG 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 is behind BIC PICTCHGGXXX?
PICTCHGGXXX identifies the head office of Banque Pictet et Cie SA in Geneva, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banque Pictet et Cie SA.
What do the letters in PICTCHGGXXX mean?
PICT is the institution code of Banque Pictet et Cie SA, CH stands for Switzerland, GG is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Do I need PICTCHGGXXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need PICTCHGGXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Banque Pictet et Cie SA in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use PICTCHGGXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PICTCHGGXXX against the details from Banque Pictet et Cie SA before you confirm.
Does Banque Pictet et Cie SA have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque Pictet et Cie SA in Switzerland. All of them are listed on the page of Banque Pictet et Cie SA.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.