SWIFT/BIC code SKANCHZ1XXX
SKANCHZ1XXX belongs to Skandifinanz Bank AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SKANCHZ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SKANCHZ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Skandifinanz Bank AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Skandifinanz Bank AG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SKAN 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 uses BIC SKANCHZ1XXX?
SKANCHZ1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Skandifinanz Bank AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Skandifinanz Bank AG does not need a specific branch.
Does Skandifinanz Bank AG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SKANCHZ1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Skandifinanz Bank AG in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter SKANCHZ1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SKANCHZ1XXX against the details from Skandifinanz Bank AG before sending.
What do the letters in SKANCHZ1XXX mean?
SKAN is the institution code of Skandifinanz Bank AG, CH is the ISO code of 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 Skandifinanz Bank AG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need SKANCHZ1XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need SKANCHZ1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.