SWIFT/BIC code SWSTCHZ1XXX
SWSTCHZ1XXX belongs to Swiss Securities and Trust AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SWSTCHZ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SWSTCHZ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Swiss Securities and Trust AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Swiss Securities and Trust AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SWST Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- Z1 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 code SWSTCHZ1XXX?
SWSTCHZ1XXX identifies the headquarters of Swiss Securities and Trust AG in Zurich, Switzerland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Swiss Securities and Trust AG.
What do the letters in SWSTCHZ1XXX mean?
SWST is the institution code of Swiss Securities and Trust AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, Z1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Does Swiss Securities and Trust AG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SWSTCHZ1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Swiss Securities and Trust AG in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Swiss Securities and Trust AG in Switzerland?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Swiss Securities and Trust AG?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SWSTCHZ1XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need SWSTCHZ1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.