SWIFT/BIC code UBSBCHZZETD

UBSBCHZZETD belongs to UBS AG in Zurich, Switzerland.

UBSBCHZZETD

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUBSBCHZZETD
8-character codeUBSBCHZZ
Branch codeETD
BankUBS AG
Branch—
CityZurich
CountrySwitzerland

The way the UBS AG SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

UBSB Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
CH Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
ZZ Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
ETD Branch code
3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.

Check before you send

  • Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
  • Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
  • Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.

Frequently asked questions

Which bank uses BIC UBSBCHZZETD?

UBSBCHZZETD identifies UBS AG, part of UBS AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need UBSBCHZZETD for a euro transfer to Switzerland?

Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need UBSBCHZZETD.

How long does a transfer to UBS AG take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Does UBS AG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for UBS AG in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of UBS AG.

What happens if I use UBSBCHZZETD incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UBSBCHZZETD against the details from UBS AG before sending.

Can I use UBSBCHZZ instead of UBSBCHZZETD?

UBSBCHZZ points to the head office of UBS AG, while UBSBCHZZETD points to UBS AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use UBSBCHZZETD if the recipient asks for it.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.