Question 1

What is the SWIFT code for UBS Limited?

Accepted Answer

The SWIFT/BIC code for UBS Limited is UBSWGB2L. This 11-character code identifies the bank in international wire transfers and is registered with SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication).

Question 2

How do I send an international wire transfer to UBS Limited?

Accepted Answer

To send money internationally to UBS Limited, provide your bank with the SWIFT/BIC code UBSWGB2L (London, United Kingdom) along with the recipient's full IBAN. Your bank will route the transfer via the SWIFT network.

Question 3

Is UBS Limited a SEPA member?

Accepted Answer

Yes, UBS Limited is a SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) member. Euro transfers within the SEPA zone can be processed as fast, low-cost SEPA Credit Transfers using the recipient's IBAN — no SWIFT fees required for intra-SEPA payments.

Question 4

What does the BIC code UBSWGB2L mean?

Accepted Answer

In the BIC code UBSWGB2L: "UBSW" is the institution code identifying UBS Limited, "GB" is the ISO 3166-1 country code for United Kingdom, and "2L" is the location code indicating the bank's city or timezone zone. The final three characters "XXX" identify a specific branch.

Question 5

Who owns UBS Limited?

Accepted Answer

UBS Limited is owned by UBS Group AG, a banking group based in Switzerland. UBS Limited is registered in United Kingdom as a local entity, while its ultimate ownership sits with the parent group in Switzerland.

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