SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH65A
UBSWCHZH65A belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Bellinzona, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCHZH65A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCHZH |
| Branch code | 65A |
| Bank | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bellinzona |
| Country | Switzerland |
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.
- 65A 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 UBSWCHZH65A?
The code UBSWCHZH65A belongs to UBS Switzerland AG, a branch or department of UBS Switzerland AG in Bellinzona, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter UBSWCHZH65A with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check UBSWCHZH65A with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to UBS Switzerland AG?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
Can I use UBSWCHZH instead of UBSWCHZH65A?
UBSWCHZH points to the main office of UBS Switzerland AG, while UBSWCHZH65A is UBS Switzerland AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UBSWCHZH65A.
Does UBS Switzerland AG have other 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need UBSWCHZH65A to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need UBSWCHZH65A.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.