NIKACH22 — Nidwaldner Kantonalbank
NIKACH22 is the SWIFT/BIC code for Nidwaldner Kantonalbank in Stans, Switzerland — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
NIKACH22 is the SWIFT/BIC code for Nidwaldner Kantonalbank in Stans, Switzerland. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | Nidwaldner Kantonalbank |
| Country | Switzerland (CH) |
| Location Code | 22 |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code NIKACH22 belong to?
The SWIFT code NIKACH22 identifies Nidwaldner Kantonalbank in Stans, Switzerland. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code NIKACH22 mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of NIKACH22 are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (NIKA) represent the bank code for Nidwaldner Kantonalbank; characters 5-6 (CH) indicate the country code for Switzerland; characters 7-8 (22) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code NIKACH22 active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) NIKACH22 is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '22' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code NIKACH22 instead of NIKACH22?
Yes. The 8-character code NIKACH22 represents the primary headquarters of Nidwaldner Kantonalbank. The 11-character code NIKACH22 targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to NIKACH22 (or NIKACH22XXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to NIKACH22?
The physical address registered for NIKACH22 is: STANSSTADERSTRASSE 54, 6370, Stans, Switzerland. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the NIKACH22 code in Switzerland?
The SWIFT code NIKACH22 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.