SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH88C
UBSWCHZH88C belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Rueschlikon, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCHZH88C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCHZH |
| Branch code | 88C |
| Bank | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Rueschlikon |
| Country | Switzerland |
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.
- 88C 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 UBSWCHZH88C?
UBSWCHZH88C identifies UBS Switzerland AG, part of UBS Switzerland AG in Rueschlikon, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of UBSWCHZH88C mean?
UBSW is the institution code of UBS Switzerland AG, CH stands for Switzerland, ZH is the location code and 88C is the code of the department UBS Switzerland AG.
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.
Do I need UBSWCHZH88C to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need UBSWCHZH88C.
How long does a transfer to UBS Switzerland AG take?
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 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.