SWQBCHZZLEN — SWISSQUOTE BANK
SWQBCHZZLEN is the SWIFT/BIC code for SWISSQUOTE BANK in GLAND, Switzerland — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
SWQBCHZZLEN is the SWIFT/BIC code for SWISSQUOTE BANK in GLAND, Switzerland. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: SWQBCHZZ
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | SWISSQUOTE BANK |
| Country | Switzerland (CH) |
| Location Code | ZZ |
| Branch | LENDING |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code SWQBCHZZLEN belong to?
The SWIFT code SWQBCHZZLEN identifies SWISSQUOTE BANK in GLAND, Switzerland. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code SWQBCHZZLEN mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of SWQBCHZZLEN are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (SWQB) represent the bank code for SWISSQUOTE BANK; characters 5-6 (CH) indicate the country code for Switzerland; characters 7-8 (ZZ) specify the location code; and the final characters (LEN) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code SWQBCHZZLEN active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) SWQBCHZZLEN is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'ZZ' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code SWQBCHZZ instead of SWQBCHZZLEN?
Yes. The 8-character code SWQBCHZZ represents the primary headquarters of SWISSQUOTE BANK. The 11-character code SWQBCHZZLEN targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to SWQBCHZZ (or SWQBCHZZXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to SWQBCHZZLEN?
The physical address registered for SWQBCHZZLEN is: CHEMIN DE LA CRETAUX 33, 1196, GLAND, Switzerland. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the SWQBCHZZLEN code in Switzerland?
The SWIFT code SWQBCHZZLEN 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.