SWIFT/BIC code SLWYCH21XXX

SLWYCH21XXX belongs to Spar- und Leihkasse Wynigen in Wynigen, Switzerland.

SLWYCH21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSLWYCH21XXX
8-character codeSLWYCH21
Branch codeXXX
BankSpar- und Leihkasse Wynigen
BranchHead office
CityWynigen
CountrySwitzerland

How the Spar- und Leihkasse Wynigen SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

SLWY Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
CH Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
21 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 institution uses BIC SLWYCH21XXX?

The code SLWYCH21XXX belongs to the main office of Spar- und Leihkasse Wynigen in Wynigen, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Spar- und Leihkasse Wynigen does not need a specific branch.

What happens if I enter SLWYCH21XXX with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SLWYCH21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.

What does each part of SLWYCH21XXX stand for?

SLWY is the institution code of Spar- und Leihkasse Wynigen, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, 21 is the location code and XXX means the head office.

Are SLWYCH21 and SLWYCH21XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes. SLWYCH21 is the 8-character version of SLWYCH21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Spar- und Leihkasse Wynigen in Wynigen.

How long does it take to send money to Spar- und Leihkasse Wynigen in Switzerland?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need SLWYCH21XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?

Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need SLWYCH21XXX.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.