CH · Official SWIFT record

Switzerland IBAN registry

The official SWIFT registry entry for Switzerland: IBAN structure, length, BBAN format and bank identifier pattern.

IBAN structure
CH2!n5!n12!c
IBAN length
21 characters
BBAN structure
5!n12!c
Effective date
Apr-07
Full registry entry

Every field on file for Switzerland

Sourced directly from the SWIFT Public Registry, unedited.

Name of country
Switzerland
IBAN prefix country code (ISO 3166)
CH
Country code includes other countries/territories
N/A
SEPA country
Yes
SEPA country also includes
N/A
Domestic account number example
762 1162-3852.957
BBAN structure
5!n12!c
BBAN length
17
Bank identifier position within the BBAN
1-5
Bank identifier pattern
5!n
Bank identifier example
00762
BBAN example
00762011623852957
IBAN structure
CH2!n5!n12!c
IBAN length
21
Effective date
Apr-07
IBAN electronic format example
CH9300762011623852957
IBAN print format example
CH93 0076 2011 6238 5295 7
Organisation
SIX Interbank Clearing Ltd
Department
Zentrale Koordinationsstelle fuer IBAN/IPI - Technical Support
Street Address
Hardturmstrasse 201
City / Postcode
CH-8021 ZURICH
Department (generic) Email
[email protected]
Department Tel
+ 41 583994420
Last update date
Aug-16
FAQ

Common questions about Switzerland's IBAN

What does the Switzerland IBAN structure code mean?

The structure code "CH2!n5!n12!c" describes the exact sequence of letters and digits in a Switzerland IBAN, as defined by SWIFT.

Is Switzerland a SEPA member?

Switzerland participates in the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA), which standardizes euro transfers across member countries.

Where can I see banks in Switzerland?

Browse the bank directory for Switzerland to find institutions and their BIC and branch details.