UBSWCHZH69A — UBS Switzerland AG
UBSWCHZH69A is the SWIFT/BIC code for UBS Switzerland AG in Lugano, Switzerland — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
UBSWCHZH69A is the SWIFT/BIC code for UBS Switzerland AG in Lugano, Switzerland. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: UBSWCHZH
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | UBS Switzerland AG |
| Country | Switzerland (CH) |
| Location Code | ZH |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code UBSWCHZH69A belong to?
The SWIFT code UBSWCHZH69A identifies UBS Switzerland AG in Lugano, Switzerland. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code UBSWCHZH69A mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of UBSWCHZH69A are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (UBSW) represent the bank code for UBS Switzerland AG; characters 5-6 (CH) indicate the country code for Switzerland; characters 7-8 (ZH) specify the location code; and the final characters (69A) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code UBSWCHZH69A active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) UBSWCHZH69A is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'ZH' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code UBSWCHZH instead of UBSWCHZH69A?
Yes. The 8-character code UBSWCHZH represents the primary headquarters of UBS Switzerland AG. The 11-character code UBSWCHZH69A targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to UBSWCHZH (or UBSWCHZHXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to UBSWCHZH69A?
The physical address registered for UBSWCHZH69A is: PIAZZETTA DELLA POSTA, 6901, Lugano, Switzerland. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the UBSWCHZH69A code in Switzerland?
The SWIFT code UBSWCHZH69A is used for international inbound wire transfers in Switzerland. Swiss clearings route via SIX Interbank Clearing and support EUR and CHF payments.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).
- 🏦 SIX Interbank Clearing: The official administrator for Swiss bank identifiers and clearings.