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SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH80V

UBSWCHZH80V belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Zurich, Switzerland.

UBSWCHZH80V

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUBSWCHZH80V
8-character codeUBSWCHZH
Branch code80V
BankUBS Switzerland AG
BranchParadeplatz
CityZurich
CountrySwitzerland

The way 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.
80V 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 UBSWCHZH80V?

UBSWCHZH80V is the SWIFT/BIC code of Paradeplatz, a branch or department of UBS Switzerland AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of UBSWCHZH80V mean?

UBSW is the institution code of UBS Switzerland AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZH is the code for the city or region and 80V is the code of the department Paradeplatz.

Do I need UBSWCHZH80V for a euro transfer to Switzerland?

Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need UBSWCHZH80V.

What is the cheapest way to send money to UBS Switzerland AG in Switzerland?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

How long does a transfer to UBS Switzerland AG take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I enter UBSWCHZH80V incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UBSWCHZH80V with the recipient before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.