SWIFT/BIC code VONTCHZZXXX
VONTCHZZXXX belongs to Bank Vontobel AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VONTCHZZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VONTCHZZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank Vontobel AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Bank Vontobel AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
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).
- ZZ 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/BIC code VONTCHZZXXX?
VONTCHZZXXX identifies the headquarters of Bank Vontobel AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank Vontobel AG.
What does each part of VONTCHZZXXX stand for?
VONT is the institution code of Bank Vontobel AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZZ is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I enter VONTCHZZXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check VONTCHZZXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Are VONTCHZZ and VONTCHZZXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. VONTCHZZ is the short version of VONTCHZZXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Bank Vontobel AG in Zurich.
How long does a transfer to Bank Vontobel AG take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need VONTCHZZXXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need VONTCHZZXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.