SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH889
UBSWCHZH889 belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCHZH889 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCHZH |
| Branch code | 889 |
| Bank | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
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.
- 889 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 code UBSWCHZH889?
UBSWCHZH889 identifies UBS Switzerland AG, a branch or department of UBS Switzerland AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need UBSWCHZH889 to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need UBSWCHZH889.
How long does a transfer to UBS Switzerland AG take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in UBSWCHZH889 stand for?
UBSW is the bank code of UBS Switzerland AG, CH stands for Switzerland, ZH is the code for the city or region and 889 identifies the department UBS Switzerland AG.
What is the cheapest way to send money to UBS Switzerland AG?
Banks often add several percent 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.
Can I use UBSWCHZH instead of UBSWCHZH889?
UBSWCHZH is the main office of UBS Switzerland AG, while UBSWCHZH889 points to UBS Switzerland AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UBSWCHZH889.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.