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SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH82A

UBSWCHZH82A belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Schaffhausen, Switzerland.

UBSWCHZH82A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUBSWCHZH82A
8-character codeUBSWCHZH
Branch code82A
BankUBS Switzerland AG
Branch—
CitySchaffhausen
CountrySwitzerland

How 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.
82A 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 SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH82A?

The code UBSWCHZH82A belongs to UBS Switzerland AG, a unit of UBS Switzerland AG in Schaffhausen, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need UBSWCHZH82A for a euro transfer to Switzerland?

Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need UBSWCHZH82A.

How long does it take to send money to UBS Switzerland AG?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I enter UBSWCHZH82A with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check UBSWCHZH82A against the details from UBS Switzerland AG before you confirm.

Can I use UBSWCHZH instead of UBSWCHZH82A?

UBSWCHZH is the head office of UBS Switzerland AG, while UBSWCHZH82A 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 UBSWCHZH82A.

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