SWIFT/BIC code UBSGCHZHXXX
UBSGCHZHXXX belongs to UBS Group AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSGCHZHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSGCHZH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | UBS Group AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the UBS Group AG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UBSG Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- ZH 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
Which institution uses SWIFT/BIC code UBSGCHZHXXX?
UBSGCHZHXXX identifies the head office of UBS Group AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when you send money to an account at UBS Group AG.
What do the letters in UBSGCHZHXXX mean?
UBSG is the bank code of UBS Group AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZH is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What is the best way to send money to UBS Group AG?
Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.
Does UBS Group AG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, UBSGCHZHXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for UBS Group AG in Switzerland, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does it take to send money to UBS Group AG in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use UBSGCHZHXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UBSGCHZHXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.