SWIFT/BIC code RUEGCHZZXXX
RUEGCHZZXXX belongs to Societe Generale Private Banking (Suisse) SA in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RUEGCHZZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RUEGCHZZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Societe Generale Private Banking (Suisse) SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Societe Generale Private Banking (Suisse) SA SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RUEG 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 RUEGCHZZXXX?
The code RUEGCHZZXXX belongs to the main office of Societe Generale Private Banking (Suisse) SA in Geneva, Switzerland. Use it when you send money to an account at Societe Generale Private Banking (Suisse) SA.
What do the letters in RUEGCHZZXXX stand for?
RUEG is the bank code of Societe Generale Private Banking (Suisse) SA, CH stands for Switzerland, ZZ is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I enter RUEGCHZZXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RUEGCHZZXXX with the recipient before sending.
Does Societe Generale Private Banking (Suisse) SA have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – RUEGCHZZXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Societe Generale Private Banking (Suisse) SA in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Do I need RUEGCHZZXXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need RUEGCHZZXXX.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale Private Banking (Suisse) SA take in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers 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.