UBSWGB2LWIS — UBS AG LONDON BRANCH
UBSWGB2LWIS is the SWIFT/BIC code for UBS AG LONDON BRANCH in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
UBSWGB2LWIS is the SWIFT/BIC code for UBS AG LONDON BRANCH in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: UBSWGB2L
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | UBS AG LONDON BRANCH |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2L |
| Branch | WISPA |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code UBSWGB2LWIS belong to?
The SWIFT code UBSWGB2LWIS identifies UBS AG LONDON BRANCH in LONDON, United Kingdom. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code UBSWGB2LWIS mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of UBSWGB2LWIS are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (UBSW) represent the bank code for UBS AG LONDON BRANCH; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2L) specify the location code; and the final characters (WIS) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code UBSWGB2LWIS active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) UBSWGB2LWIS is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2L' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code UBSWGB2L instead of UBSWGB2LWIS?
Yes. The 8-character code UBSWGB2L represents the primary headquarters of UBS AG LONDON BRANCH. The 11-character code UBSWGB2LWIS targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to UBSWGB2L (or UBSWGB2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What routing networks operate with the UBSWGB2LWIS code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code UBSWGB2LWIS is used for international inbound wire transfers in the United Kingdom. Domestic GBP clearings route via BACS, CHAPS and Faster Payments rather than SWIFT.
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).