A private and independent bank, Banca del Sempione SA was founded in 1960 in Lugano where it has its head office. It also has branches in Bellinzona, Chiasso and Locarno, whereas in Nassau (Bahamas) the affiliated Banca del Sempione (Overseas) Ltd. operates.

Banca del Sempione SA then, is bank that serves as a partner, receptive, professional, flexible, and ready to dedicate the all time necessary to its clients to provide them with comprehensive and effective advice.
Banca del Sempione SA specialises in offering its clients financial advisory and asset management, but it also offers all the typical services of a universal bank