The banks in Zurich are renowned throughout the world for their flawless financial services. Zurich is regarded as a very significant banking center in the world and all the banks in the city meet international standards.
Banking in Zurich
The normal business hours of the banks in Zurich and in Switzerland are 9 AM to 4.30 PM from Monday to Friday. However on Thursday the banks remain open till 6 PM. The banks at the Zurich airport generally remain open daily from 6 AM to 10 PM.
Some of the best banks in Zurich are:
- Swiss National Bank: The 2 head offices of this important bank are located at Zurich and Berne. It functions as an independent central bank of Switzerland. It works in accordance with the country's interests as it is obliged by the national Constitution. The main aim of this bank is to ensure the price stability and create an environment, conducive for the country's economic growth. The bank has a total of 16 agencies, which are operated by various cantonal banks.
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- Zurcher Kantonal bank: It has been offering services to various consumers since 15th February, 1870. All the 105 branches of the bank are efficient. Under its private banking section, there are services like e-banking, accounts and payments, loans and mortgages, pensions and insurance and more. For corporate clients there are additional services such as financing and real estate, accounts and cards and others.
The other popular banks of Zurich are Credit Suisse, UBS, Raiffeisen Bank Coop and Bank Leu.
Money matters in Zurich
Tourists can visit the well-known banks in Zurich for currency exchange. Tourists should convert foreign currency into Swiss francs prior to arrival in the city for the sake of convenience. It is a better option to buy goods with Travelers Checks, credit cards and debit cards. The Travelers Checks by American Express are widely accepted. There are countless ATMs of reputed international banks in Zurich. Thus travelers can withdraw money whenever they want.
The different banks in Zurich are located at various important areas of the city and they are trusted by countless consumers.
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