SWIFT/BIC code SWRECHZHXXX
SWRECHZHXXX belongs to Swiss Reinsurance Company in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SWRECHZHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SWRECHZH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Swiss Reinsurance Company |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Swiss Reinsurance Company SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SWRE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- ZH 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code SWRECHZHXXX?
SWRECHZHXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Swiss Reinsurance Company in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when you send money to an account at Swiss Reinsurance Company.
What does each part of SWRECHZHXXX stand for?
SWRE is the bank code of Swiss Reinsurance Company, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZH is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Swiss Reinsurance Company in Switzerland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Is SWRECHZH and SWRECHZHXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SWRECHZH is the short version of SWRECHZHXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Swiss Reinsurance Company in Zurich.
What happens if I use SWRECHZHXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SWRECHZHXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Swiss Reinsurance Company?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.