Save time and money when you send money to Switzerland
1 minute readIt’s quick and easy to sign up for a Moneycorp account, offering you access to 33 currencies to exchange online, with 120+ available over the phone. To get started sending money to Switzerland, ensure your account is funded via debit card or bank transfer, then exchange the amount you wish and set up your payment.
Can I send money to Switzerland online?
Transferring money to a Swiss bank account online is easy. Simply add a new recipient by entering their details on the ‘Send a Payment’ page of your account, or select an existing one if you’ve paid them before. Then, exchange the amount you wish and process your payment.
Your online account offers 24/7 access to your funds, as well as the ability to track the GBP to CHF exchange rate. Here you can set an exchange rate alert, so that we’ll notify you if the rate moves to your set level.
Common questions about sending money to Switzerland
How long will a payment to Switzerland take?
It takes 1-2 working days for your payment to arrive in Switzerland, whether you’ve made the transfer via your online account or over the phone. Payments can be tracked via your account or by speaking with one of our team.
How much does it cost to send money to Switzerland?
There are no international transfer fees when transferring money via your online account. We offer a great rate and a wide range of specialist FX tools, ensuring your payment will only cost you the amount you’re sending to the bank account in Switzerland.
Which details do I need to make a bank transfer to Switzerland?
If you are making a payment to Switzerland, we’ll need you to provide us with the following details of your recipient
- Full name of account holder
- IBAN
- SWIFT code (BIC)
- Swiss Clearing Code
Read our guides on BIC (SWIFT) codes and IBANs for more information.
What does a Swiss IBAN number look like?
Every bank account in Switzerland has an IBAN, a 21 character alphanumeric code that allows the account to be identified by banks in other countries. A Swiss IBAN begins with an ISO Country Code, followed by two IBAN check digits and a BBAN (Basic Bank Account Number).
Example of a Swiss IBAN number:
CH93 1234 5678 9012 3456 7
Is there a limit on how much money I can send to Switzerland?
At moneycorp, there is no limit on the size of the payment you can make to Switzerland. We’re able to help businesses and individuals get their money where it needs to be, no matter how large or small the payment.
Can I send money to all Swiss banks through my Moneycorp account?
With moneycorp, we allow you to make payments to a wide range of well-known banks in Switzerland, not limited to the following:
- UBS
- Julius Baer
- Zurich Cantonal Bank
- Credit Suisse
- Raiffeisen Switzerland
- EFG
- Banque cantonale de Genève (BCGE)
If your bank is not on the list, it doesn't necessarily mean we're unable to make the payment for you. Speak with one of our specialists to find out more.