SWIFT/BIC code POALCHZZXXX
POALCHZZXXX belongs to Bank Hapoalim (Switzerland) LTD in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | POALCHZZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | POALCHZZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank Hapoalim (Switzerland) LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Bank Hapoalim (Switzerland) LTD SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 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 uses SWIFT code POALCHZZXXX?
POALCHZZXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Bank Hapoalim (Switzerland) LTD in Zurich, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bank Hapoalim (Switzerland) LTD.
What does each part of POALCHZZXXX mean?
POAL is the institution code of Bank Hapoalim (Switzerland) LTD, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZZ is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What happens if I use POALCHZZXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check POALCHZZXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need POALCHZZXXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need POALCHZZXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Hapoalim (Switzerland) LTD?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is POALCHZZ and POALCHZZXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. POALCHZZ is the short version of POALCHZZXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Bank Hapoalim (Switzerland) LTD in Zurich.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.