SWIFT/BIC code TRAPCHBBXXX
TRAPCHBBXXX belongs to Trafina Privatbank AG in Basle, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | TRAPCHBBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | TRAPCHBB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Trafina Privatbank AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Basle |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Trafina Privatbank AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- TRAP Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code TRAPCHBBXXX?
TRAPCHBBXXX identifies the main office of Trafina Privatbank AG in Basle, Switzerland. It is the code to use when a payment to Trafina Privatbank AG does not need a specific branch.
Is TRAPCHBB and TRAPCHBBXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. TRAPCHBB is the 8-character version of TRAPCHBBXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Trafina Privatbank AG in Basle.
How long does a transfer to Trafina Privatbank AG take in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need TRAPCHBBXXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need TRAPCHBBXXX.
What do the letters in TRAPCHBBXXX stand for?
TRAP is the bank code of Trafina Privatbank AG, CH stands for Switzerland, BB is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I use TRAPCHBBXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check TRAPCHBBXXX against the details from Trafina Privatbank AG before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.