SWIFT/BIC code BSCHUYMMXXX
BSCHUYMMXXX belongs to Banco Santander in Montevideo, Uruguay.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BSCHUYMMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BSCHUYMM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Santander |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Montevideo |
| Country | Uruguay |
How the Banco Santander SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BSCH 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
Which institution is behind SWIFT code BSCHUYMMXXX?
BSCHUYMMXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Banco Santander in Montevideo, Uruguay. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banco Santander.
Is BSCHUYMM and BSCHUYMMXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BSCHUYMM is the 8-character version of BSCHUYMMXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Banco Santander in Montevideo.
What happens if I enter BSCHUYMMXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BSCHUYMMXXX against the details from Banco Santander before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Santander in Uruguay?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Uruguay with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Banco Santander use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BSCHUYMMXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banco Santander in Uruguay, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Santander?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.