SWIFT/BIC code SGABCHZZTSF
SGABCHZZTSF belongs to Societe Generale, Paris, Zurich Branch in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SGABCHZZTSF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SGABCHZZ |
| Branch code | TSF |
| Bank | Societe Generale, Paris, Zurich Branch |
| Branch | Societe Generale, Zurich Branch (4336 |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How 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.
- TSF 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 branch is behind BIC SGABCHZZTSF?
The code SGABCHZZTSF belongs to Societe Generale, Zurich Branch (4336, a unit of Societe Generale, Paris, Zurich Branch in Zurich, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of SGABCHZZTSF mean?
SGAB is the bank code of Societe Generale, Paris, Zurich Branch, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZZ is the code for the city or region and TSF is the code of the department Societe Generale, Zurich Branch (4336.
What happens if I use SGABCHZZTSF with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SGABCHZZTSF with the recipient before sending.
Has Societe Generale, Paris, Zurich Branch got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 9 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale, Paris, Zurich Branch in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use SGABCHZZ instead of SGABCHZZTSF?
SGABCHZZ points to the main office of Societe Generale, Paris, Zurich Branch, while SGABCHZZTSF points to Societe Generale, Zurich Branch (4336. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use SGABCHZZTSF if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale, Paris, Zurich Branch?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.