SWIFT/BIC code WYFSCHG1XXX
WYFSCHG1XXX belongs to Wycombe Financial Services in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WYFSCHG1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WYFSCHG1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Wycombe Financial Services |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geneva |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Wycombe Financial Services SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WYFS 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 SWIFT code WYFSCHG1XXX?
WYFSCHG1XXX identifies the head office of Wycombe Financial Services in Geneva, Switzerland. Use it when you send money to an account at Wycombe Financial Services.
Is WYFSCHG1 and WYFSCHG1XXX the same code?
Yes. WYFSCHG1 is the 8-character version of WYFSCHG1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Wycombe Financial Services in Geneva.
How long does a transfer to Wycombe Financial Services take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need WYFSCHG1XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need WYFSCHG1XXX.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Wycombe Financial Services in Switzerland?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in WYFSCHG1XXX stand for?
WYFS is the institution code of Wycombe Financial Services, CH stands for Switzerland, G1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.