SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH96C
UBSWCHZH96C belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Lichtensteig, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCHZH96C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCHZH |
| Branch code | 96C |
| Bank | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Lichtensteig |
| 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.
- 96C 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 is behind BIC UBSWCHZH96C?
UBSWCHZH96C identifies UBS Switzerland AG, part of UBS Switzerland AG in Lichtensteig, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does UBS Switzerland AG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 97 SWIFT/BIC codes for UBS Switzerland AG in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter UBSWCHZH96C incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UBSWCHZH96C with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use UBSWCHZH instead of UBSWCHZH96C?
UBSWCHZH points to the head office of UBS Switzerland AG, while UBSWCHZH96C points to UBS Switzerland AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use UBSWCHZH96C if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to UBS Switzerland AG?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of UBSWCHZH96C stand for?
UBSW is the institution code of UBS Switzerland AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZH is the code for the city or region and 96C is the code of the department UBS Switzerland AG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.