SWIFT/BIC code ZURICHZFCAB
ZURICHZFCAB belongs to Zurich Insurance Company in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ZURICHZFCAB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ZURICHZF |
| Branch code | CAB |
| Bank | Zurich Insurance Company |
| Branch | Cab |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Zurich Insurance Company SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ZURI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- ZF Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CAB 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code ZURICHZFCAB?
The code ZURICHZFCAB belongs to Cab, a unit of Zurich Insurance Company in Zurich, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of ZURICHZFCAB mean?
ZURI is the institution code of Zurich Insurance Company, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZF is the code for the city or region and CAB is the code of the department Cab.
How long does it take to send money to Zurich Insurance Company?
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 ZURICHZFCAB 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 ZURICHZFCAB.
What happens if I enter ZURICHZFCAB with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ZURICHZFCAB with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Zurich Insurance Company?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.