SWIFT/BIC code VONTCHZUXXX
VONTCHZUXXX belongs to Bank Vontobel AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VONTCHZUXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VONTCHZU |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank Vontobel AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Bank Vontobel AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VONT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- ZU 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 is behind SWIFT code VONTCHZUXXX?
The code VONTCHZUXXX belongs to the main office of Bank Vontobel AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Bank Vontobel AG does not need a specific branch.
Does Bank Vontobel AG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Vontobel AG in Switzerland. All of them are listed on the page of Bank Vontobel AG.
Do I need VONTCHZUXXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need VONTCHZUXXX.
How long does a transfer to Bank Vontobel AG take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is VONTCHZU and VONTCHZUXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. VONTCHZU is the 8-character version of VONTCHZUXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Bank Vontobel AG in Zurich.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Vontobel AG in Switzerland?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.