SWIFT/BIC code SBTICH22XXX
SBTICH22XXX belongs to Societa Bancaria Ticinese SA in Bellinzona, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBTICH22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBTICH22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Societa Bancaria Ticinese SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bellinzona |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Societa Bancaria Ticinese SA SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SBTI 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 is behind SWIFT code SBTICH22XXX?
SBTICH22XXX identifies the headquarters of Societa Bancaria Ticinese SA in Bellinzona, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Societa Bancaria Ticinese SA.
Does Societa Bancaria Ticinese SA have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SBTICH22XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Societa Bancaria Ticinese SA in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Societa Bancaria Ticinese SA in Switzerland?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Societa Bancaria Ticinese SA?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SBTICH22XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need SBTICH22XXX.
Is SBTICH22 and SBTICH22XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SBTICH22 is the 8-character version of SBTICH22XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Societa Bancaria Ticinese SA in Bellinzona.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.