CLNSCH2P — CLARINS S.A.
CLNSCH2P is the SWIFT/BIC code for CLARINS S.A. in PLAN-LES-OUATES, Switzerland — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
CLNSCH2P is the SWIFT/BIC code for CLARINS S.A. in PLAN-LES-OUATES, Switzerland. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | CLARINS S.A. |
| Country | Switzerland (CH) |
| Location Code | 2P |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code CLNSCH2P belong to?
The SWIFT code CLNSCH2P identifies CLARINS S.A. in PLAN-LES-OUATES, Switzerland. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code CLNSCH2P mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of CLNSCH2P are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (CLNS) represent the bank code for CLARINS S.A.; characters 5-6 (CH) indicate the country code for Switzerland; characters 7-8 (2P) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code CLNSCH2P active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) CLNSCH2P is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2P' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code CLNSCH2P instead of CLNSCH2P?
Yes. The 8-character code CLNSCH2P represents the primary headquarters of CLARINS S.A.. The 11-character code CLNSCH2P targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to CLNSCH2P (or CLNSCH2PXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to CLNSCH2P?
The physical address registered for CLNSCH2P is: ROUTE DE LA GALAISE 2, 1228, PLAN-LES-OUATES, Switzerland. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the CLNSCH2P code in Switzerland?
The SWIFT code CLNSCH2P 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.