SWIFT/BIC code POSOCH22XXX
POSOCH22XXX belongs to Banca Popolare di Sondrio (Suisse) in Lugano, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | POSOCH22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | POSOCH22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banca Popolare di Sondrio (Suisse) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lugano |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Banca Popolare di Sondrio (Suisse) SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- POSO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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 institution uses BIC POSOCH22XXX?
POSOCH22XXX identifies the main office of Banca Popolare di Sondrio (Suisse) in Lugano, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Banca Popolare di Sondrio (Suisse) does not need a specific branch.
Does Banca Popolare di Sondrio (Suisse) have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, POSOCH22XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banca Popolare di Sondrio (Suisse) in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banca Popolare di Sondrio (Suisse) in Switzerland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of POSOCH22XXX mean?
POSO is the institution code of Banca Popolare di Sondrio (Suisse), CH stands for Switzerland, 22 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Are POSOCH22 and POSOCH22XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. POSOCH22 is the 8-character version of POSOCH22XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Banca Popolare di Sondrio (Suisse) in Lugano.
How long does it take to send money to Banca Popolare di Sondrio (Suisse)?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.