SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZHCLS
UBSWCHZHCLS belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCHZHCLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCHZH |
| Branch code | CLS |
| Bank | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Branch | Cls Business Only |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How 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.
- CLS 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 UBSWCHZHCLS?
The code UBSWCHZHCLS belongs to Cls Business Only, part of UBS Switzerland AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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 2–4 business days.
Do I need UBSWCHZHCLS to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need UBSWCHZHCLS.
Has UBS Switzerland AG got other 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.
What happens if I use UBSWCHZHCLS incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UBSWCHZHCLS against the details from UBS Switzerland AG before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to UBS Switzerland AG in Switzerland?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.