SWIFT/BIC code UBSWGB2LPBK
UBSWGB2LPBK belongs to UBS AG London Branch in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWGB2LPBK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWGB2L |
| Branch code | PBK |
| Bank | UBS AG London Branch |
| Branch | Private Banking Department |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the UBS AG London Branch 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.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- PBK 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 branch is behind SWIFT code UBSWGB2LPBK?
The code UBSWGB2LPBK belongs to Private Banking Department, a unit of UBS AG London Branch in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use UBSWGB2LPBK incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UBSWGB2LPBK against the details from UBS AG London Branch before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to UBS AG London Branch in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in UBSWGB2LPBK mean?
UBSW is the institution code of UBS AG London Branch, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and PBK is the code of the branch Private Banking Department.
Can I use UBSWGB2L instead of UBSWGB2LPBK?
UBSWGB2L is the main office of UBS AG London Branch, while UBSWGB2LPBK is Private Banking Department. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use UBSWGB2LPBK if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to UBS AG London Branch?
SEPA payments in euros 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.