SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH25A
UBSWCHZH25A belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Biel (Bienne), Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCHZH25A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCHZH |
| Branch code | 25A |
| Bank | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Biel (Bienne) |
| 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.
- 25A 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 UBSWCHZH25A?
The code UBSWCHZH25A belongs to UBS Switzerland AG, a branch or department of UBS Switzerland AG in Biel (Bienne), Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has UBS Switzerland AG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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.
Do I need UBSWCHZH25A for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need UBSWCHZH25A.
How long does it take to send money to UBS Switzerland AG in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to UBS Switzerland AG?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use UBSWCHZH instead of UBSWCHZH25A?
UBSWCHZH points to the head office of UBS Switzerland AG, while UBSWCHZH25A points to UBS Switzerland AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UBSWCHZH25A.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.