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SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH50A

UBSWCHZH50A belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Aarau, Switzerland.

UBSWCHZH50A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUBSWCHZH50A
8-character codeUBSWCHZH
Branch code50A
BankUBS Switzerland AG
Branch—
CityAarau
CountrySwitzerland

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.
50A 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH50A?

UBSWCHZH50A is the SWIFT/BIC code of UBS Switzerland AG, part of UBS Switzerland AG in Aarau, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use UBSWCHZH instead of UBSWCHZH50A?

UBSWCHZH points to the head office of UBS Switzerland AG, while UBSWCHZH50A is UBS Switzerland AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use UBSWCHZH50A if the recipient asks for it.

How long does a transfer to UBS Switzerland AG take in Switzerland?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need UBSWCHZH50A to send euros to Switzerland?

Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need UBSWCHZH50A.

What happens if I enter UBSWCHZH50A incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UBSWCHZH50A against the details from UBS Switzerland AG before you confirm.

Does UBS Switzerland AG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 97 SWIFT/BIC codes for UBS Switzerland AG in Switzerland. 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.