SWIFT/BIC code SOTDCHG1XXX
SOTDCHG1XXX belongs to Socar Trading SA in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOTDCHG1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOTDCHG1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Socar Trading SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Socar Trading SA SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOTD Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- G1 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 is behind SWIFT code SOTDCHG1XXX?
SOTDCHG1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Socar Trading SA in Geneva, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Socar Trading SA does not need a specific branch.
Is SOTDCHG1 and SOTDCHG1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SOTDCHG1 is the short version of SOTDCHG1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Socar Trading SA in Geneva.
Do I need SOTDCHG1XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need SOTDCHG1XXX.
How long does a transfer to Socar Trading SA take in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Socar Trading SA in Switzerland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of SOTDCHG1XXX stand for?
SOTD is the institution code of Socar Trading SA, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, G1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.