SWIFT/BIC code SLAMCHZZXXX
SLAMCHZZXXX belongs to Swiss Life Asset Management AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SLAMCHZZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SLAMCHZZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Swiss Life Asset Management AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Swiss Life Asset Management AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SLAM 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.
- 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
What bank uses BIC SLAMCHZZXXX?
SLAMCHZZXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Swiss Life Asset Management AG in Zurich, Switzerland. It is the code to use when a payment to Swiss Life Asset Management AG does not need a specific branch.
Are SLAMCHZZ and SLAMCHZZXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SLAMCHZZ is the 8-character version of SLAMCHZZXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Swiss Life Asset Management AG in Zurich.
Do I need SLAMCHZZXXX 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 SLAMCHZZXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Swiss Life Asset Management AG in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in SLAMCHZZXXX stand for?
SLAM is the institution code of Swiss Life Asset Management AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZZ is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I enter SLAMCHZZXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SLAMCHZZXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.