SWIFT/BIC code UBSBCHZZSCI
UBSBCHZZSCI belongs to UBS AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSBCHZZSCI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSBCHZZ |
| Branch code | SCI |
| Bank | UBS AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the UBS AG SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- SCI 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
What bank is behind BIC UBSBCHZZSCI?
UBSBCHZZSCI is the SWIFT/BIC code of UBS AG, a unit of UBS AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need UBSBCHZZSCI for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need UBSBCHZZSCI.
How long does it take to send money to UBS AG in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter UBSBCHZZSCI with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UBSBCHZZSCI against the details from UBS AG before sending.
Can I use UBSBCHZZ instead of UBSBCHZZSCI?
UBSBCHZZ points to the head office of UBS AG, while UBSBCHZZSCI is UBS AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use UBSBCHZZSCI if the recipient asks for it.
Has UBS AG got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for UBS AG in Switzerland. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.