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SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH86Q

UBSWCHZH86Q belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Wetzikon, Switzerland.

UBSWCHZH86Q

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUBSWCHZH86Q
8-character codeUBSWCHZH
Branch code86Q
BankUBS Switzerland AG
Branch—
CityWetzikon
CountrySwitzerland

The way 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.
86Q 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 SWIFT code UBSWCHZH86Q?

The code UBSWCHZH86Q belongs to UBS Switzerland AG, part of UBS Switzerland AG in Wetzikon, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use UBSWCHZH instead of UBSWCHZH86Q?

UBSWCHZH is the main office of UBS Switzerland AG, while UBSWCHZH86Q points to UBS Switzerland AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use UBSWCHZH86Q if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use UBSWCHZH86Q with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UBSWCHZH86Q with the recipient before sending.

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.

What does each part of UBSWCHZH86Q stand for?

UBSW is the bank code of UBS Switzerland AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZH is the location code and 86Q identifies the department UBS Switzerland AG.

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

Many banks 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.

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