SWIFT/BIC code SWKBCHG1XXX
SWKBCHG1XXX belongs to Swiss-Kuwaiti Bank in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SWKBCHG1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SWKBCHG1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Swiss-Kuwaiti Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Swiss-Kuwaiti Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SWKB 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
Which bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code SWKBCHG1XXX?
SWKBCHG1XXX identifies the head office of Swiss-Kuwaiti Bank in Geneva, Switzerland. Use it when you send money to an account at Swiss-Kuwaiti Bank.
Does Swiss-Kuwaiti Bank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SWKBCHG1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Swiss-Kuwaiti Bank in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Swiss-Kuwaiti Bank in Switzerland?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of SWKBCHG1XXX mean?
SWKB is the institution code of Swiss-Kuwaiti Bank, CH stands for Switzerland, G1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What happens if I enter SWKBCHG1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SWKBCHG1XXX against the details from Swiss-Kuwaiti Bank before sending.
Are SWKBCHG1 and SWKBCHG1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SWKBCHG1 is the 8-character version of SWKBCHG1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Swiss-Kuwaiti Bank in Geneva.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.