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SWIFT/BIC code SNBZCHZZ80A

SNBZCHZZ80A belongs to Schweizerische Nationalbank in Zurich, Switzerland.

SNBZCHZZ80A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSNBZCHZZ80A
8-character codeSNBZCHZZ
Branch code80A
BankSchweizerische Nationalbank
BranchKorrespondenz A
CityZurich
CountrySwitzerland

How the Schweizerische Nationalbank SWIFT/BIC works

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

SNBZ 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.
80A 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 SWIFT code SNBZCHZZ80A?

SNBZCHZZ80A identifies Korrespondenz A, a branch or department of Schweizerische Nationalbank in Zurich, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use SNBZCHZZ80A incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SNBZCHZZ80A against the details from Schweizerische Nationalbank before sending.

Can I use SNBZCHZZ instead of SNBZCHZZ80A?

SNBZCHZZ points to the main office of Schweizerische Nationalbank, while SNBZCHZZ80A points to Korrespondenz A. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SNBZCHZZ80A.

What is the best way to send money to Schweizerische Nationalbank in Switzerland?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.

Does Schweizerische Nationalbank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Schweizerische Nationalbank in Switzerland. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need SNBZCHZZ80A to send euros to Switzerland?

Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need SNBZCHZZ80A.

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