SWIFT/BIC code UBSWCHZHXXX
UBSWCHZHXXX belongs to UBS Switzerland AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWCHZHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWCHZH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| 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.
- XXX 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
Which institution is behind SWIFT code UBSWCHZHXXX?
UBSWCHZHXXX identifies the headquarters of UBS Switzerland AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to UBS Switzerland AG does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to UBS Switzerland AG in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need UBSWCHZHXXX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need UBSWCHZHXXX.
What happens if I enter UBSWCHZHXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check UBSWCHZHXXX against the details from UBS Switzerland AG before sending.
What do the letters in UBSWCHZHXXX 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 XXX marks the main office.
Is UBSWCHZH and UBSWCHZHXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. UBSWCHZH is the 8-character version of UBSWCHZHXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to UBS Switzerland AG in Zurich.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.