SWIFT/BIC code POALCHZZGVA
POALCHZZGVA belongs to Bank Hapoalim (Switzerland) LTD in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | POALCHZZGVA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | POALCHZZ |
| Branch code | GVA |
| Bank | Bank Hapoalim (Switzerland) LTD |
| Branch | Branch Geneva |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Bank Hapoalim (Switzerland) LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- POAL 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.
- GVA 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 branch is behind SWIFT code POALCHZZGVA?
POALCHZZGVA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Branch Geneva, a branch or department of Bank Hapoalim (Switzerland) LTD in Geneva, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Bank Hapoalim (Switzerland) LTD have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Hapoalim (Switzerland) LTD in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use POALCHZZ instead of POALCHZZGVA?
POALCHZZ points to the main office of Bank Hapoalim (Switzerland) LTD, while POALCHZZGVA points to Branch Geneva. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use POALCHZZGVA if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use POALCHZZGVA with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check POALCHZZGVA with the recipient before sending.
Do I need POALCHZZGVA for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need POALCHZZGVA.
How long does a transfer to Bank Hapoalim (Switzerland) LTD take in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.