SWIFT/BIC code PMIFCH2LXXX
PMIFCH2LXXX belongs to Philip Morris Finance SA in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PMIFCH2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PMIFCH2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Philip Morris Finance SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lausanne |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Philip Morris Finance SA SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PMIF Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code PMIFCH2LXXX?
PMIFCH2LXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Philip Morris Finance SA in Lausanne, Switzerland. Use it when you send money to an account at Philip Morris Finance SA.
Are PMIFCH2L and PMIFCH2LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. PMIFCH2L is the 8-character version of PMIFCH2LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Philip Morris Finance SA in Lausanne.
How long does it take to send money to Philip Morris Finance SA?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need PMIFCH2LXXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need PMIFCH2LXXX.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Philip Morris Finance SA?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Philip Morris Finance SA have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – PMIFCH2LXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Philip Morris Finance SA in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.