SWIFT/BIC code SYCOCHGBXXX
SYCOCHGBXXX belongs to Banque Syz et Co SA in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SYCOCHGBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SYCOCHGB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Syz et Co SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Banque Syz et Co SA SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SYCO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- GB 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 BIC SYCOCHGBXXX?
SYCOCHGBXXX identifies the main office of Banque Syz et Co SA in Geneva, Switzerland. It is the code to use when a payment to Banque Syz et Co SA does not need a specific branch.
Does Banque Syz et Co SA use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SYCOCHGBXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banque Syz et Co SA in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does a transfer to Banque Syz et Co SA take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SYCOCHGBXXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need SYCOCHGBXXX.
Are SYCOCHGB and SYCOCHGBXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SYCOCHGB is the 8-character version of SYCOCHGBXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Banque Syz et Co SA in Geneva.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Syz et Co SA?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.