SWIFT/BIC code AFAAUYM1XXX
AFAAUYM1XXX belongs to Afinidad A.f.a.p.s.a. in Montevideo, Uruguay.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AFAAUYM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AFAAUYM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Afinidad A.f.a.p.s.a. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Montevideo |
| Country | Uruguay |
The way the Afinidad A.f.a.p.s.a. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AFAA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- UY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M1 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
Which institution uses BIC AFAAUYM1XXX?
AFAAUYM1XXX identifies the main office of Afinidad A.f.a.p.s.a. in Montevideo, Uruguay. It is the code to use when a payment to Afinidad A.f.a.p.s.a. does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of AFAAUYM1XXX stand for?
AFAA is the institution code of Afinidad A.f.a.p.s.a., UY stands for Uruguay, M1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Afinidad A.f.a.p.s.a.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AFAAUYM1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Uruguay is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Afinidad A.f.a.p.s.a.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Uruguay with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Afinidad A.f.a.p.s.a. in Uruguay?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I enter AFAAUYM1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check AFAAUYM1XXX against the details from Afinidad A.f.a.p.s.a. before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.