SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH40M

UBSWCHZH40M belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Basle, Switzerland.

UBSWCHZH40M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUBSWCHZH40M
8-character codeUBSWCHZH
Branch code40M
BankUBS Switzerland AG
BranchAeschenvorstadt
CityBasle
CountrySwitzerland

The way 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.
40M 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 uses SWIFT code UBSWCHZH40M?

UBSWCHZH40M identifies Aeschenvorstadt, a unit of UBS Switzerland AG in Basle, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need UBSWCHZH40M 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 still need UBSWCHZH40M.

What is the best way to send money to UBS Switzerland AG?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I enter UBSWCHZH40M incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check UBSWCHZH40M with the recipient before sending.

Has UBS Switzerland AG got 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.

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