BCVLCH2L — Banque Cantonale Vaudoise
BCVLCH2L is the SWIFT/BIC code for Banque Cantonale Vaudoise in Lausanne, Switzerland — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
BCVLCH2L is the SWIFT/BIC code for Banque Cantonale Vaudoise in Lausanne, Switzerland. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | Banque Cantonale Vaudoise |
| Country | Switzerland (CH) |
| Location Code | 2L |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code BCVLCH2L belong to?
The SWIFT code BCVLCH2L identifies Banque Cantonale Vaudoise in Lausanne, Switzerland. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code BCVLCH2L mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of BCVLCH2L are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (BCVL) represent the bank code for Banque Cantonale Vaudoise; characters 5-6 (CH) indicate the country code for Switzerland; characters 7-8 (2L) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code BCVLCH2L active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) BCVLCH2L is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2L' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code BCVLCH2L instead of BCVLCH2L?
Yes. The 8-character code BCVLCH2L represents the primary headquarters of Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. The 11-character code BCVLCH2L targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to BCVLCH2L (or BCVLCH2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to BCVLCH2L?
The physical address registered for BCVLCH2L is: PLACE SAINT FRANCOIS 14, 1001, Lausanne, Switzerland. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the BCVLCH2L code in Switzerland?
The SWIFT code BCVLCH2L is used for international inbound wire transfers in Switzerland. Swiss clearings route via SIX Interbank Clearing and support EUR and CHF payments.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).
- 🏦 SIX Interbank Clearing: The official administrator for Swiss bank identifiers and clearings.