SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH68B
UBSWCHZH68B belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Chiasso, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCHZH68B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCHZH |
| Branch code | 68B |
| Bank | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Chiasso |
| Country | Switzerland |
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.
- 68B 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 code UBSWCHZH68B?
The code UBSWCHZH68B belongs to UBS Switzerland AG, a branch or department of UBS Switzerland AG in Chiasso, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use UBSWCHZH instead of UBSWCHZH68B?
UBSWCHZH points to the head office of UBS Switzerland AG, while UBSWCHZH68B points to UBS Switzerland AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use UBSWCHZH68B if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to UBS Switzerland AG?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
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.
Do I need UBSWCHZH68B for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need UBSWCHZH68B.
How long does a transfer to UBS Switzerland AG take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.