SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH976
UBSWCHZH976 belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCHZH976 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCHZH |
| Branch code | 976 |
| Bank | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Zurich |
| 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.
- 976 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 SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH976?
UBSWCHZH976 identifies UBS Switzerland AG, a unit of UBS Switzerland AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter UBSWCHZH976 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UBSWCHZH976 against the details from UBS Switzerland AG before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to UBS Switzerland AG?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
Does UBS Switzerland AG have more 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. All of them are listed on the page of UBS Switzerland AG.
Do I need UBSWCHZH976 to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need UBSWCHZH976.
How long does it take to send money to UBS Switzerland AG?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.