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SWIFT/BIC code PKNOCHBSXXX

PKNOCHBSXXX belongs to Novartis Pensionskasse in Basle, Switzerland.

PKNOCHBSXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePKNOCHBSXXX
8-character codePKNOCHBS
Branch codeXXX
BankNovartis Pensionskasse
BranchHead office
CityBasle
CountrySwitzerland

How the Novartis Pensionskasse SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
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 SWIFT/BIC code PKNOCHBSXXX?

PKNOCHBSXXX identifies the head office of Novartis Pensionskasse in Basle, Switzerland. Use it when you send money to an account at Novartis Pensionskasse.

Has Novartis Pensionskasse got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 11 SWIFT/BIC codes for Novartis Pensionskasse in Switzerland. All of them are listed on the page of Novartis Pensionskasse.

What is the best way to send money to Novartis Pensionskasse?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.

What do the letters in PKNOCHBSXXX mean?

PKNO is the institution code of Novartis Pensionskasse, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, BS is the location code and XXX means the main office.

What happens if I use PKNOCHBSXXX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PKNOCHBSXXX against the details from Novartis Pensionskasse before sending.

Do I need PKNOCHBSXXX to send euros to Switzerland?

Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need PKNOCHBSXXX.

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