SWIFT/BIC code USFACHZ1XXX
USFACHZ1XXX belongs to UBS Swiss Financial Advisers AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | USFACHZ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | USFACHZ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | UBS Swiss Financial Advisers AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the UBS Swiss Financial Advisers AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- USFA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- Z1 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
What bank uses BIC USFACHZ1XXX?
USFACHZ1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of UBS Swiss Financial Advisers AG in Zurich, Switzerland. It is the code to use when a payment to UBS Swiss Financial Advisers AG does not need a specific branch.
Are USFACHZ1 and USFACHZ1XXX the same code?
Yes. USFACHZ1 is the short version of USFACHZ1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to UBS Swiss Financial Advisers AG in Zurich.
Do I need USFACHZ1XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need USFACHZ1XXX.
How long does a transfer to UBS Swiss Financial Advisers AG take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use USFACHZ1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check USFACHZ1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of USFACHZ1XXX mean?
USFA is the institution code of UBS Swiss Financial Advisers AG, CH stands for Switzerland, Z1 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.