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Wells Fargo Bank USD to CHF - Transfers Compared

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Understanding the Table:

The comparison table above helps you see the total cost of your Wells Fargo Bank currency transaction by showing the exchange rates offered by different providers. It also makes it easy to spot potential savings from market-leading FX services compared to bank rates.

To see a full list of available providers, simply enter your details and click ‘Get Rates’.

 
 

Save Money - Compare Wells Fargo Bank Exchange Rate Margins & Fees

 

Our Wells Fargo Bank USD to CHF rate is 0.7538. This is -8.2% below the mid-rate.

Wells Fargo is the third-largest consumer bank in the U.S. by assets after Chase Bank and Bank of America serving millions of consumers and small business clients worldwide from its headquarters in San Francisco, California.

FX Wires with Wells Fargo

Sending or receiving international transfers to or from your Wells Fargo bank account will include a margin rate of between 3% to 8% – this is much higher than most money transfer broker rates (which are normally 0.5 to 1.5%).

The Wells Fargo app and website allow you to check the FX rate prior to scheduling an international wire. So you can check the rate and compare to the best rates from our BER partner brokers to check for a better deal.

 
 

Sending money to Switzerland can be an expensive business, more so if you aren’t even aware of all the hidden fees. Money transfer companies and banks profit by charging you fees and a normally hidden margin on the exchange rate.

Using your Bank to make international wire transfers to India can be especially expensive – often 5% to 10% worse than using a foreign exchange specialist to send to Switzerland bank accounts or pay a Swiss franc invoice.

 
 

Receiving an international wire transfer at Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo has several bank codes that may be used for receiving foreign wire transfers, depending on the currency and location of the sending bank. Here are some of the most common codes used for Wells Fargo:

  1. SWIFT Code: WFBIUS6S: This code is used for receiving wire transfers in U.S. dollars from foreign banks.

  2. ABA Routing Number: 121000248: This code is used for receiving wire transfers in U.S. dollars from banks located within the United States.

  3. CHIPS UID: 0509: This code is used for receiving wire transfers in U.S. dollars from foreign banks that are members of the Clearing House Interbank Payments System (CHIPS).

  4. Fedwire ABA Routing Number: 121000248: This code is used for receiving wire transfers in U.S. dollars from banks located outside of the United States.

It's important to note that specific bank codes may vary depending on the currency and location of the sending bank, and it's recommended to confirm the correct codes with Wells Fargo before initiating a wire transfer. Additionally, Wells Fargo may charge fees for receiving wire transfers, so it's important to check the current fees and policies before initiating a transaction.

Wells Fargo credit card FX fees

Wells Fargo offers several credit cards with different foreign transaction fees. Here are some examples:

  1. Wells Fargo Propel American Express Card: This card charges no foreign transaction fees, making it a good option for travelers who frequently make purchases in foreign currencies.

  2. Wells Fargo Visa Signature Card: Similar to the Propel American Express Card, this card also does not charge foreign transaction fees.

  3. Wells Fargo Cash Wise Visa Card: This card charges a foreign transaction fee of 3% of each transaction in U.S. dollars.

  4. Wells Fargo Platinum Card: Similar to the Cash Wise Visa Card, this card also charges a foreign transaction fee of 3% of each transaction in U.S. dollars.

It's important to note that credit card terms and conditions can change, so it's always a good idea to check the current fees and policies before applying for or using a credit card for foreign transactions.

If you wish to save on exchange rates and foreign ATM fees then you should consider the Wise multi-currency card.

 
   

What is the Wells Fargo Bank Send Money conversion rate for USD to CHF?

The Wells Fargo Bank USD to CHF exchange rate is 0.7538. This is -8.2% compared to the latest USD-CHF mid-market rate 0.8211.

As exchange rates can vary significantly between banks and also between currency exchange providers, it's therefore important to carefully compare US dollar (USD) to Swiss franc (CHF) rates from different sources before making a conversion.

The above Wells Fargo Bank - Dollar to Franc comparison table makes it easy to compare the Total Fees (both variable and fixed) you are being charged by Wells Fargo Bank and other foreign exchange providers against the latest USD-CHF mid-rate and the possible savings of using various providers. 

How do Wells Fargo Bank USD-CHF rates compare between providers?

Looking at the full comparison table the best USD to CHF exchange rate is 0.817 from OFX, -0.5% from the mid-market rate 0.8211. The next best rate is 0.8162 from XE, -0.6% from the mid-rate. Then Wise with 0.8158 is -0.65% from the mid-rate.

The Western Union rate is 0.8129 which is -1% from the mid-rate.

Among the banks the Chase Bank rate is 0.7587 at -7.6% the Wells Fargo Bank rate is 0.7538 at -8.2% and the Citibank rate is 0.7916 at -3.6% compared to the mid-rate 0.8211.

It's important to note that exchange rates also fluctuate frequently due to market conditions. Additionally, banks like Wells Fargo Bank often apply a margin to the exchange rate, resulting in a less favorable rate for customers compared to the mid-market rate. For more competitive rates, you might consider using a specialized currency exchange service or platforms that offer rates closer to the mid-market rate.

 

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