SWIFT/BIC code PKNOCHBSBFW
PKNOCHBSBFW belongs to Novartis Pensionskasse in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PKNOCHBSBFW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PKNOCHBS |
| Branch code | BFW |
| Bank | Novartis Pensionskasse |
| Branch | Novartis Pooling Fund Bonds World |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Novartis Pensionskasse SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PKNO 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.
- BFW 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 PKNOCHBSBFW?
PKNOCHBSBFW is the SWIFT/BIC code of Novartis Pooling Fund Bonds World, part of Novartis Pensionskasse in Zurich, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need PKNOCHBSBFW to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need PKNOCHBSBFW.
How long does it take to send money to Novartis Pensionskasse?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of PKNOCHBSBFW mean?
PKNO is the institution code of Novartis Pensionskasse, CH stands for Switzerland, BS is the code for the city or region and BFW identifies the department Novartis Pooling Fund Bonds World.
What happens if I use PKNOCHBSBFW with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PKNOCHBSBFW with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Novartis Pensionskasse have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 11 SWIFT/BIC codes for Novartis Pensionskasse in Switzerland. All of them are listed on the page of Novartis Pensionskasse.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.