SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH70A
UBSWCHZH70A belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Chur, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCHZH70A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCHZH |
| Branch code | 70A |
| Bank | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Chur |
| 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.
- 70A 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 bank is behind BIC UBSWCHZH70A?
The code UBSWCHZH70A belongs to UBS Switzerland AG, a unit of UBS Switzerland AG in Chur, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use UBSWCHZH70A incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UBSWCHZH70A with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to UBS Switzerland AG?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need UBSWCHZH70A to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need UBSWCHZH70A.
What is the cheapest way to send money to UBS Switzerland AG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
Does UBS Switzerland AG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 97 SWIFT/BIC codes for UBS Switzerland AG in Switzerland. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.