SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH87B
UBSWCHZH87B belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Zollikon, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCHZH87B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCHZH |
| Branch code | 87B |
| Bank | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Zollikon |
| Country | Switzerland |
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.
- 87B 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 branch uses BIC UBSWCHZH87B?
UBSWCHZH87B is the SWIFT/BIC code of UBS Switzerland AG, part of UBS Switzerland AG in Zollikon, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need UBSWCHZH87B to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need UBSWCHZH87B.
How long does it take to send money to UBS Switzerland AG in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in UBSWCHZH87B mean?
UBSW is the bank code of UBS Switzerland AG, CH stands for Switzerland, ZH is the code for the city or region and 87B is the code of the department UBS Switzerland AG.
What happens if I enter UBSWCHZH87B with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UBSWCHZH87B against the details from UBS Switzerland AG before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to UBS Switzerland AG in Switzerland?
Many banks 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 – 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.