SWIFT/BIC code VAFICHG1XXX
VAFICHG1XXX belongs to Valeco Finance SA in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VAFICHG1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VAFICHG1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Valeco Finance SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Valeco Finance SA SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VAFI 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 institution uses BIC VAFICHG1XXX?
VAFICHG1XXX identifies the head office of Valeco Finance SA in Geneva, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Valeco Finance SA does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter VAFICHG1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check VAFICHG1XXX against the details from Valeco Finance SA before you confirm.
Do I need VAFICHG1XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need VAFICHG1XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Valeco Finance SA?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are VAFICHG1 and VAFICHG1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. VAFICHG1 is the 8-character version of VAFICHG1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Valeco Finance SA in Geneva.
Does Valeco Finance SA use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, VAFICHG1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Valeco Finance SA in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.