SWIFT/BIC code XEURCHZ1XXX
XEURCHZ1XXX belongs to Eurex Zurich AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | XEURCHZ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | XEURCHZ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Eurex Zurich AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Eurex Zurich AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- XEUR Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- Z1 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 XEURCHZ1XXX?
XEURCHZ1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Eurex Zurich AG in Zurich, Switzerland. It is the code to use when a payment to Eurex Zurich AG does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Eurex Zurich AG?
Many banks 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.
How long does a transfer to Eurex Zurich AG take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need XEURCHZ1XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of 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 still need XEURCHZ1XXX.
Are XEURCHZ1 and XEURCHZ1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. XEURCHZ1 is the short version of XEURCHZ1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Eurex Zurich AG in Zurich.
Does Eurex Zurich AG use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – XEURCHZ1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Eurex Zurich AG 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.