SWIFT/BIC code UBSFCHBSXXX
UBSFCHBSXXX belongs to Northern Trust Switzerland AG in Basle, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSFCHBSXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSFCHBS |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Northern Trust Switzerland AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Basle |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Northern Trust Switzerland AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UBSF Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BS Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 uses SWIFT code UBSFCHBSXXX?
UBSFCHBSXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Northern Trust Switzerland AG in Basle, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Northern Trust Switzerland AG does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Northern Trust Switzerland AG in Switzerland?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in UBSFCHBSXXX mean?
UBSF is the bank code of Northern Trust Switzerland AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, BS is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Does Northern Trust Switzerland AG have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – UBSFCHBSXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Northern Trust Switzerland AG in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use UBSFCHBSXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UBSFCHBSXXX against the details from Northern Trust Switzerland AG before you confirm.
Are UBSFCHBS and UBSFCHBSXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. UBSFCHBS is the short version of UBSFCHBSXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Northern Trust Switzerland AG in Basle.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.