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SWIFT/BIC code ZURICHZFPFA

ZURICHZFPFA belongs to Zurich Insurance Company in Zurich, Switzerland.

ZURICHZFPFA

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeZURICHZFPFA
8-character codeZURICHZF
Branch codePFA
BankZurich Insurance Company
BranchPfa
CityZurich
CountrySwitzerland

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.
PFA 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 branch is behind SWIFT code ZURICHZFPFA?

ZURICHZFPFA identifies Pfa, a branch or department of Zurich Insurance Company in Zurich, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has Zurich Insurance Company got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 51 SWIFT/BIC codes for Zurich Insurance Company in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use ZURICHZF instead of ZURICHZFPFA?

ZURICHZF points to the main office of Zurich Insurance Company, while ZURICHZFPFA is Pfa. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ZURICHZFPFA.

What happens if I enter ZURICHZFPFA incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ZURICHZFPFA with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Zurich Insurance Company?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.

Do I need ZURICHZFPFA for a euro transfer to Switzerland?

Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need ZURICHZFPFA.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.