SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH18L
UBSWCHZH18L belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Monthey, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCHZH18L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCHZH |
| Branch code | 18L |
| Bank | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Monthey |
| 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.
- 18L 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 UBSWCHZH18L?
The code UBSWCHZH18L belongs to UBS Switzerland AG, a unit of UBS Switzerland AG in Monthey, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in UBSWCHZH18L stand for?
UBSW is the institution code of UBS Switzerland AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZH is the code for the city or region and 18L identifies the branch UBS Switzerland AG.
What happens if I enter UBSWCHZH18L incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check UBSWCHZH18L with the recipient before sending.
Has UBS Switzerland AG got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 97 SWIFT/BIC codes for UBS Switzerland AG in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of UBS Switzerland AG.
What is the cheapest way to send money to UBS Switzerland AG?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need UBSWCHZH18L to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need UBSWCHZH18L.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.