SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH19B

UBSWCHZH19B belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Martigny, Switzerland.

UBSWCHZH19B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUBSWCHZH19B
8-character codeUBSWCHZH
Branch code19B
BankUBS Switzerland AG
Branch—
CityMartigny
CountrySwitzerland

The way the UBS Switzerland AG SWIFT/BIC works

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.
19B 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH19B?

UBSWCHZH19B identifies UBS Switzerland AG, part of UBS Switzerland AG in Martigny, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use UBSWCHZH19B with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UBSWCHZH19B against the details from UBS Switzerland AG before you confirm.

Can I use UBSWCHZH instead of UBSWCHZH19B?

UBSWCHZH points to the main office of UBS Switzerland AG, while UBSWCHZH19B points to UBS Switzerland AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use UBSWCHZH19B if the recipient asks for it.

What do the letters in UBSWCHZH19B mean?

UBSW is the institution code of UBS Switzerland AG, CH stands for Switzerland, ZH is the location code and 19B identifies the department UBS Switzerland AG.

How long does it take to send money to UBS Switzerland AG?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What is the cheapest way to send money to UBS 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 specialist providers before you send.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.