SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCATTVAN
UBSWCATTVAN belongs to UBS Bank (Canada) in Vancouver, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCATTVAN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCATT |
| Branch code | VAN |
| Bank | UBS Bank (Canada) |
| Branch | Vancouver Branch |
| City | Vancouver |
| Country | Canada |
The way the UBS Bank (Canada) SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UBSW Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- TT Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- VAN 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 BIC UBSWCATTVAN?
UBSWCATTVAN identifies Vancouver Branch, a unit of UBS Bank (Canada) in Vancouver, Canada. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does UBS Bank (Canada) have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for UBS Bank (Canada) in Canada, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of UBS Bank (Canada).
What happens if I use UBSWCATTVAN with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UBSWCATTVAN against the details from UBS Bank (Canada) before you confirm.
Can I use UBSWCATT instead of UBSWCATTVAN?
UBSWCATT points to the head office of UBS Bank (Canada), while UBSWCATTVAN is Vancouver Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use UBSWCATTVAN if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to UBS Bank (Canada)?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Canadian Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need to send money to an account at UBS Bank (Canada)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCATTVAN, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Canada uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.