SWIFT/BIC code BAUNBO22XXX
BAUNBO22XXX belongs to Banco Union S.A. in La Paz, Bolivia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BAUNBO22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BAUNBO22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Union S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | La Paz |
| Country | Bolivia |
How the Banco Union S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BAUN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BO Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code BAUNBO22XXX?
The code BAUNBO22XXX belongs to the head office of Banco Union S.A. in La Paz, Bolivia. Use it when you send money to an account at Banco Union S.A..
How long does a transfer to Banco Union S.A. take in Bolivia?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Union S.A.?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Bolivia with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Union S.A.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BAUNBO22XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Bolivia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in BAUNBO22XXX mean?
BAUN is the institution code of Banco Union S.A., BO stands for Bolivia, 22 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Is BAUNBO22 and BAUNBO22XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BAUNBO22 is the 8-character version of BAUNBO22XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Banco Union S.A. in La Paz.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.