SWIFT/BIC code BROUARBAXXX
BROUARBAXXX belongs to Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BROUARBAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BROUARBA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Buenos Aires |
| Country | Argentina |
The way the Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BROU Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BA 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 BROUARBAXXX?
The code BROUARBAXXX belongs to the head office of Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It is the code to use when a payment to Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use BROUARBAXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BROUARBAXXX against the details from Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay before you confirm.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BROUARBAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Argentina uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BROUARBAXXX stand for?
BROU is the institution code of Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay, AR stands for Argentina, BA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Is BROUARBA and BROUARBAXXX the same code?
Yes. BROUARBA is the 8-character version of BROUARBAXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay in Buenos Aires.
What is the best way to send money to Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Argentina with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.