SWIFT/BIC code SIHTCHZ1XXX
SIHTCHZ1XXX belongs to Swiss International Holdings Trust in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SIHTCHZ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SIHTCHZ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Swiss International Holdings Trust |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Swiss International Holdings Trust SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SIHT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- Z1 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code SIHTCHZ1XXX?
The code SIHTCHZ1XXX belongs to the main office of Swiss International Holdings Trust in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when you send money to an account at Swiss International Holdings Trust.
What happens if I use SIHTCHZ1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SIHTCHZ1XXX with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of SIHTCHZ1XXX stand for?
SIHT is the bank code of Swiss International Holdings Trust, CH stands for Switzerland, Z1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What is the best way to send money to Swiss International Holdings Trust in Switzerland?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need SIHTCHZ1XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need SIHTCHZ1XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Swiss International Holdings Trust?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.