SWIFT/BIC code VACCCHG1XXX
VACCCHG1XXX belongs to Valcourt SA in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VACCCHG1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VACCCHG1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Valcourt SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Valcourt SA SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VACC 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 VACCCHG1XXX?
VACCCHG1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Valcourt SA in Geneva, Switzerland. It is the code to use when a payment to Valcourt SA does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in VACCCHG1XXX stand for?
VACC is the institution code of Valcourt SA, CH stands for Switzerland, G1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Does Valcourt SA have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – VACCCHG1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Valcourt SA in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use VACCCHG1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check VACCCHG1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Valcourt 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 – the difference can be large.
Is VACCCHG1 and VACCCHG1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. VACCCHG1 is the 8-character version of VACCCHG1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Valcourt SA in Geneva.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.