SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH31A
UBSWCHZH31A belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Duedingen, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCHZH31A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCHZH |
| Branch code | 31A |
| Bank | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Duedingen |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way 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.
- 31A 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH31A?
UBSWCHZH31A identifies UBS Switzerland AG, part of UBS Switzerland AG in Duedingen, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use UBSWCHZH instead of UBSWCHZH31A?
UBSWCHZH points to the main office of UBS Switzerland AG, while UBSWCHZH31A points to UBS Switzerland AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use UBSWCHZH31A if the recipient asks for it.
Does UBS Switzerland AG have other 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use UBSWCHZH31A incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UBSWCHZH31A against the details from UBS Switzerland AG before you confirm.
What do the letters in UBSWCHZH31A mean?
UBSW is the bank code of UBS Switzerland AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZH is the location code and 31A is the code of the department UBS Switzerland AG.
What is the cheapest way to send money to UBS Switzerland AG in Switzerland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.