UBS SWIFT Code: UBSWCHZH

The SWIFT/BIC code for UBS is UBSWCHZH. UBSW identifies UBS (formerly Union Bank of Switzerland), CH stands for Switzerland, and ZH is the location code for Zurich, the bank's registered headquarters. This code is used for international transfers to UBS accounts in Switzerland.

UBS is the largest bank in Switzerland and one of the largest wealth managers globally. Following its acquisition of Credit Suisse in 2023, UBS manages over $5 trillion in invested assets. The bank uses different SWIFT codes for its offices in other countries.

Sending a Wire Transfer to UBS

To wire funds to a UBS account in Switzerland, you'll need the recipient's IBAN (Swiss IBANs start with CH followed by 19 characters), the SWIFT code UBSWCHZH, and the recipient's full name. The bank's head office address is Bahnhofstrasse 45, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland.

UBS processes incoming wires in CHF and EUR within 1 to 2 business days for transfers from major financial centers. Wires in USD or other currencies may take an additional day for conversion and settlement.

UBS Wire Transfer Fees

UBS charges fees for international transfers that depend on the account type, currency, and transfer amount. Standard wire transfer fees range from CHF 20 to CHF 50 for outgoing payments. Incoming wire fees vary but are typically around CHF 10 to CHF 20.

Switzerland is not part of the EU or SEPA, so EUR transfers to and from UBS are processed as international wires rather than SEPA payments. This means higher fees and longer settlement times compared to transfers between eurozone banks.

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UBS SWIFT Code: UBSWCHZH