VAGOCH22 — VAT GROUP AG
VAGOCH22 is the SWIFT/BIC code for VAT GROUP AG in HAAG (RHEINTAL), Switzerland — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
VAGOCH22 is the SWIFT/BIC code for VAT GROUP AG in HAAG (RHEINTAL), Switzerland. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | VAT GROUP AG |
| 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 VAGOCH22 belong to?
The SWIFT code VAGOCH22 identifies VAT GROUP AG in HAAG (RHEINTAL), Switzerland. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code VAGOCH22 mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of VAGOCH22 are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (VAGO) represent the bank code for VAT GROUP AG; 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 VAGOCH22 active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) VAGOCH22 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 VAGOCH22 instead of VAGOCH22?
Yes. The 8-character code VAGOCH22 represents the primary headquarters of VAT GROUP AG. The 11-character code VAGOCH22 targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to VAGOCH22 (or VAGOCH22XXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to VAGOCH22?
The physical address registered for VAGOCH22 is: SEELISTRASSE 1, 9469, HAAG (RHEINTAL), Switzerland. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the VAGOCH22 code in Switzerland?
The SWIFT code VAGOCH22 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.