SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH10A
UBSWCHZH10A belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCHZH10A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCHZH |
| Branch code | 10A |
| Bank | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Lausanne |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the UBS Switzerland AG 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.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- ZH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 10A 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 branch is behind SWIFT code UBSWCHZH10A?
UBSWCHZH10A identifies UBS Switzerland AG, a branch or department of UBS Switzerland AG in Lausanne, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has UBS Switzerland AG got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 97 SWIFT/BIC codes for UBS Switzerland AG in Switzerland. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use UBSWCHZH instead of UBSWCHZH10A?
UBSWCHZH is the main office of UBS Switzerland AG, while UBSWCHZH10A is UBS Switzerland AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use UBSWCHZH10A if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to UBS Switzerland AG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to UBS Switzerland AG take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need UBSWCHZH10A to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need UBSWCHZH10A.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.