SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH80K
UBSWCHZH80K belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCHZH80K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCHZH |
| Branch code | 80K |
| Bank | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Branch | Albisriederplatz |
| City | Zurich |
| 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.
- 80K 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
What bank uses BIC UBSWCHZH80K?
The code UBSWCHZH80K belongs to Albisriederplatz, a unit of UBS Switzerland AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter UBSWCHZH80K incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UBSWCHZH80K against the details from UBS Switzerland AG before you confirm.
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.
Can I use UBSWCHZH instead of UBSWCHZH80K?
UBSWCHZH is the head office of UBS Switzerland AG, while UBSWCHZH80K points to Albisriederplatz. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UBSWCHZH80K.
Do I need UBSWCHZH80K to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need UBSWCHZH80K.
How long does it take to send money to UBS Switzerland AG in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments 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.