SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH36A
UBSWCHZH36A belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Thun, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCHZH36A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCHZH |
| Branch code | 36A |
| Bank | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Thun |
| Country | Switzerland |
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.
- 36A 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 BIC UBSWCHZH36A?
The code UBSWCHZH36A belongs to UBS Switzerland AG, a unit of UBS Switzerland AG in Thun, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in UBSWCHZH36A stand for?
UBSW is the institution code of UBS Switzerland AG, CH stands for Switzerland, ZH is the code for the city or region and 36A identifies the branch UBS Switzerland AG.
What happens if I enter UBSWCHZH36A incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UBSWCHZH36A against the details from UBS Switzerland AG before sending.
Does UBS Switzerland AG have 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 UBSWCHZH36A?
UBSWCHZH points to the main office of UBS Switzerland AG, while UBSWCHZH36A is UBS Switzerland AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use UBSWCHZH36A if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to UBS Switzerland AG in Switzerland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check 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.