SWIFT/BIC code SLBZCHZZXXX
SLBZCHZZXXX belongs to Sberbank (Switzerland) AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SLBZCHZZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SLBZCHZZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sberbank (Switzerland) AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Sberbank (Switzerland) AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SLBZ 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
Which bank uses SWIFT/BIC code SLBZCHZZXXX?
The code SLBZCHZZXXX belongs to the headquarters of Sberbank (Switzerland) AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when you send money to an account at Sberbank (Switzerland) AG.
Do I need SLBZCHZZXXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need SLBZCHZZXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Sberbank (Switzerland) AG in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sberbank (Switzerland) AG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Are SLBZCHZZ and SLBZCHZZXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SLBZCHZZ is the 8-character version of SLBZCHZZXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Sberbank (Switzerland) AG in Zurich.
What does each part of SLBZCHZZXXX mean?
SLBZ is the institution code of Sberbank (Switzerland) AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZZ is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.