SWIFT/BIC code SGABCHZZTCF
SGABCHZZTCF belongs to Societe Generale, Paris, Zurich Branch in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SGABCHZZTCF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SGABCHZZ |
| Branch code | TCF |
| Bank | Societe Generale, Paris, Zurich Branch |
| Branch | Trade Commodity Finance - Geneva |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Societe Generale, Paris, Zurich Branch SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SGAB 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.
- TCF 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 SGABCHZZTCF?
The code SGABCHZZTCF belongs to Trade Commodity Finance - Geneva, part of Societe Generale, Paris, Zurich Branch in Geneva, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of SGABCHZZTCF stand for?
SGAB is the bank code of Societe Generale, Paris, Zurich Branch, CH stands for Switzerland, ZZ is the location code and TCF is the code of the branch Trade Commodity Finance - Geneva.
Can I use SGABCHZZ instead of SGABCHZZTCF?
SGABCHZZ points to the main office of Societe Generale, Paris, Zurich Branch, while SGABCHZZTCF is Trade Commodity Finance - Geneva. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SGABCHZZTCF if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter SGABCHZZTCF with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SGABCHZZTCF against the details from Societe Generale, Paris, Zurich Branch before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Generale, Paris, Zurich Branch?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
Has Societe Generale, Paris, Zurich Branch got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 9 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale, Paris, Zurich Branch in Switzerland. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.