SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH40A
UBSWCHZH40A belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Basle, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCHZH40A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCHZH |
| Branch code | 40A |
| Bank | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Basle |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the UBS Switzerland AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 40A 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH40A?
UBSWCHZH40A identifies UBS Switzerland AG, a unit of UBS Switzerland AG in Basle, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of UBSWCHZH40A stand for?
UBSW is the bank code of UBS Switzerland AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZH is the location code and 40A is the code of the branch UBS Switzerland AG.
What is the best way to send money to UBS Switzerland AG in Switzerland?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter UBSWCHZH40A with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UBSWCHZH40A with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use UBSWCHZH instead of UBSWCHZH40A?
UBSWCHZH is the head office of UBS Switzerland AG, while UBSWCHZH40A points to UBS Switzerland AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use UBSWCHZH40A if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to UBS Switzerland AG in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.