SWIFT/BIC code BLICUYMMXXX
BLICUYMMXXX belongs to HSBC Bank (Uruguay) S.A. in Montevideo, Uruguay.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BLICUYMMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BLICUYMM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | HSBC Bank (Uruguay) S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Montevideo |
| Country | Uruguay |
How the HSBC Bank (Uruguay) S.A. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BLIC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- UY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MM 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/BIC code BLICUYMMXXX?
BLICUYMMXXX identifies the main office of HSBC Bank (Uruguay) S.A. in Montevideo, Uruguay. Use it when you send money to an account at HSBC Bank (Uruguay) S.A..
What do the letters in BLICUYMMXXX mean?
BLIC is the bank code of HSBC Bank (Uruguay) S.A., UY is the ISO code of Uruguay, MM is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at HSBC Bank (Uruguay) S.A.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BLICUYMMXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Uruguay is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank (Uruguay) S.A. in Uruguay?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Are BLICUYMM and BLICUYMMXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BLICUYMM is the 8-character version of BLICUYMMXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach HSBC Bank (Uruguay) S.A. in Montevideo.
What happens if I enter BLICUYMMXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BLICUYMMXXX against the details from HSBC Bank (Uruguay) S.A. before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.