SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZH995
UBSWCHZH995 belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCHZH995 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCHZH |
| Branch code | 995 |
| Bank | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Zurich |
| 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.
- 995 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/BIC code UBSWCHZH995?
UBSWCHZH995 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 is the cheapest way to send money to UBS Switzerland AG in Switzerland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter UBSWCHZH995 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UBSWCHZH995 with the recipient before you confirm.
Does UBS Switzerland AG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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 do the letters in UBSWCHZH995 stand for?
UBSW is the bank code of UBS Switzerland AG, CH stands for Switzerland, ZH is the location code and 995 identifies the branch UBS Switzerland AG.
How long does a transfer to UBS Switzerland AG take in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.