SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH45A

UBSWCHZH45A belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Solothurn, Switzerland.

UBSWCHZH45A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUBSWCHZH45A
8-character codeUBSWCHZH
Branch code45A
BankUBS Switzerland AG
Branch—
CitySolothurn
CountrySwitzerland

How 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.
45A 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 BIC UBSWCHZH45A?

The code UBSWCHZH45A belongs to UBS Switzerland AG, a unit of UBS Switzerland AG in Solothurn, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need UBSWCHZH45A for a euro transfer to Switzerland?

Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need UBSWCHZH45A.

How long does it take to send money to UBS Switzerland AG in Switzerland?

SEPA payments in euros 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 in Switzerland?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I use UBSWCHZH45A with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UBSWCHZH45A against the details from UBS Switzerland AG before sending.

Does UBS Switzerland AG have 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.

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