Question 1

What is the SWIFT code for PKB Privatbank AG?

Accepted Answer

The SWIFT/BIC code for PKB Privatbank AG is PKBSCH22. This 8-character code identifies the bank in international wire transfers and is registered with SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication).

Question 2

How do I send an international wire transfer to PKB Privatbank AG?

Accepted Answer

To send money internationally to PKB Privatbank AG, provide your bank with the SWIFT/BIC code PKBSCH22 (Switzerland) along with the recipient's full IBAN. Your bank will route the transfer via the SWIFT network.

Question 3

Is PKB Privatbank AG a SEPA member?

Accepted Answer

Yes, PKB Privatbank AG is a SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) member. Euro transfers within the SEPA zone can be processed as fast, low-cost SEPA Credit Transfers using the recipient's IBAN — no SWIFT fees required for intra-SEPA payments.

Question 4

What does the BIC code PKBSCH22 mean?

Accepted Answer

In the BIC code PKBSCH22: "PKBS" is the institution code identifying PKB Privatbank AG, "CH" is the ISO 3166-1 country code for Switzerland, and "22" is the location code indicating the bank's city or timezone zone.

PKBSCH22

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