SWIFT/BIC code ZURICHZFVLV
ZURICHZFVLV belongs to Zurich Insurance Company in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ZURICHZFVLV |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ZURICHZF |
| Branch code | VLV |
| Bank | Zurich Insurance Company |
| Branch | Vlv |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Zurich Insurance Company SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- VLV 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 BIC ZURICHZFVLV?
ZURICHZFVLV is the SWIFT/BIC code of Vlv, part of Zurich Insurance Company in Zurich, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Zurich Insurance Company?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need ZURICHZFVLV to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need ZURICHZFVLV.
What happens if I use ZURICHZFVLV incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ZURICHZFVLV against the details from Zurich Insurance Company before sending.
Does Zurich Insurance Company have more 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.
How long does it take to send money to Zurich Insurance Company in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.