SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH66A
UBSWCHZH66A belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Locarno, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCHZH66A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCHZH |
| Branch code | 66A |
| Bank | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Locarno |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the UBS Switzerland AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 66A 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 UBSWCHZH66A?
UBSWCHZH66A identifies UBS Switzerland AG, a branch or department of UBS Switzerland AG in Locarno, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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 what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
Can I use UBSWCHZH instead of UBSWCHZH66A?
UBSWCHZH points to the head office of UBS Switzerland AG, while UBSWCHZH66A points to UBS Switzerland AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UBSWCHZH66A.
Has UBS Switzerland AG got 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in UBSWCHZH66A mean?
UBSW is the bank code of UBS Switzerland AG, CH stands for Switzerland, ZH is the code for the city or region and 66A identifies the department UBS Switzerland AG.
How long does it take to send money to UBS Switzerland AG?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. 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.