SWIFT/BIC code UBSWGB2LWIS
UBSWGB2LWIS belongs to UBS AG London Branch in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSWGB2LWIS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSWGB2L |
| Branch code | WIS |
| Bank | UBS AG London Branch |
| Branch | Wispa |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- WIS 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/BIC code UBSWGB2LWIS?
UBSWGB2LWIS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Wispa, a branch or department of UBS AG London Branch in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does UBS AG London Branch have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 14 SWIFT/BIC codes for UBS AG London Branch in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use UBSWGB2L instead of UBSWGB2LWIS?
UBSWGB2L is the head office of UBS AG London Branch, while UBSWGB2LWIS is Wispa. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UBSWGB2LWIS.
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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of UBSWGB2LWIS stand for?
UBSW is the institution code of UBS AG London Branch, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and WIS is the code of the department Wispa.
What happens if I use UBSWGB2LWIS with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UBSWGB2LWIS against the details from UBS AG London Branch before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.