SWIFT/BIC code UNCECH22XXX
UNCECH22XXX belongs to Axion Swiss Bank SA in Lugano, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNCECH22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNCECH22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Axion Swiss Bank SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lugano |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Axion Swiss Bank SA SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UNCE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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 UNCECH22XXX?
The code UNCECH22XXX belongs to the headquarters of Axion Swiss Bank SA in Lugano, Switzerland. Use it when you send money to an account at Axion Swiss Bank SA.
Are UNCECH22 and UNCECH22XXX the same code?
Yes. UNCECH22 is the short version of UNCECH22XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Axion Swiss Bank SA in Lugano.
How long does a transfer to Axion Swiss Bank SA take in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need UNCECH22XXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need UNCECH22XXX.
What is the best way to send money to Axion Swiss Bank SA?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
Does Axion Swiss Bank SA use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – UNCECH22XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Axion Swiss Bank SA in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.