SWIFT/BIC code BHUMUYM1XXX
BHUMUYM1XXX belongs to Banco Hipotecario del Uruguay in Montevideo, Uruguay.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BHUMUYM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BHUMUYM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Hipotecario del Uruguay |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Montevideo |
| Country | Uruguay |
The way the Banco Hipotecario del Uruguay SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BHUM 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BHUMUYM1XXX?
The code BHUMUYM1XXX belongs to the head office of Banco Hipotecario del Uruguay in Montevideo, Uruguay. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banco Hipotecario del Uruguay.
How long does a transfer to Banco Hipotecario del Uruguay take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter BHUMUYM1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BHUMUYM1XXX against the details from Banco Hipotecario del Uruguay before sending.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banco Hipotecario del Uruguay?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BHUMUYM1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Uruguay uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in BHUMUYM1XXX stand for?
BHUM is the bank code of Banco Hipotecario del Uruguay, UY is the ISO code of Uruguay, M1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Does Banco Hipotecario del Uruguay have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BHUMUYM1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banco Hipotecario del Uruguay in Uruguay, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.