SWIFT/BIC code TPETCHG1XXX
TPETCHG1XXX belongs to Taurus Petroleum in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | TPETCHG1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | TPETCHG1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Taurus Petroleum |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Taurus Petroleum SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- TPET 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 BIC TPETCHG1XXX?
The code TPETCHG1XXX belongs to the main office of Taurus Petroleum in Geneva, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Taurus Petroleum does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in TPETCHG1XXX mean?
TPET is the institution code of Taurus Petroleum, CH stands for Switzerland, G1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Is TPETCHG1 and TPETCHG1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. TPETCHG1 is the short version of TPETCHG1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Taurus Petroleum in Geneva.
How long does it take to send money to Taurus Petroleum?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need TPETCHG1XXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need TPETCHG1XXX.
What happens if I use TPETCHG1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check TPETCHG1XXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.