SWIFT/BIC code UNILCHZZXXX
UNILCHZZXXX belongs to Ubl (Switzerland) AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNILCHZZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNILCHZZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ubl (Switzerland) AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Ubl (Switzerland) AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UNIL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- ZZ 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code UNILCHZZXXX?
The code UNILCHZZXXX belongs to the headquarters of Ubl (Switzerland) AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when you send money to an account at Ubl (Switzerland) AG.
What happens if I use UNILCHZZXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UNILCHZZXXX against the details from Ubl (Switzerland) AG before sending.
Does Ubl (Switzerland) AG use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – UNILCHZZXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Ubl (Switzerland) AG in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Is UNILCHZZ and UNILCHZZXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. UNILCHZZ is the short version of UNILCHZZXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Ubl (Switzerland) AG in Zurich.
Do I need UNILCHZZXXX for a euro transfer 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 do need UNILCHZZXXX.
How long does a transfer to Ubl (Switzerland) AG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments 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.