SWIFT/BIC code RBABCH22342
RBABCH22342 belongs to Sb Saanen Bank AG in Saanen, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBABCH22342 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBABCH22 |
| Branch code | 342 |
| Bank | Sb Saanen Bank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Saanen |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Sb Saanen Bank AG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RBAB 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.
- 342 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 RBABCH22342?
RBABCH22342 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sb Saanen Bank AG, part of Sb Saanen Bank AG in Saanen, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use RBABCH22 instead of RBABCH22342?
RBABCH22 points to the head office of Sb Saanen Bank AG, while RBABCH22342 is Sb Saanen Bank AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBABCH22342.
What is the best way to send money to Sb Saanen Bank AG in Switzerland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in RBABCH22342 mean?
RBAB is the institution code of Sb Saanen Bank AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, 22 is the location code and 342 is the code of the department Sb Saanen Bank AG.
How long does a transfer to Sb Saanen Bank AG take in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need RBABCH22342 for a euro transfer 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 do need RBABCH22342.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.