SWIFT/BIC code ZURICHZFZR3
ZURICHZFZR3 belongs to Zurich Insurance Company in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ZURICHZFZR3 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ZURICHZF |
| Branch code | ZR3 |
| Bank | Zurich Insurance Company |
| Branch | Zr3 |
| 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.
- ZR3 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 SWIFT/BIC code ZURICHZFZR3?
ZURICHZFZR3 identifies Zr3, a branch or department of Zurich Insurance Company in Zurich, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need ZURICHZFZR3 to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need ZURICHZFZR3.
How long does a transfer to Zurich Insurance Company take in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter ZURICHZFZR3 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ZURICHZFZR3 against the details from Zurich Insurance Company before you confirm.
Has Zurich Insurance Company got 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. All of them are listed on the page of Zurich Insurance Company.
What is the best way to send money to Zurich Insurance Company?
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.