SWIFT/BIC code BSUABRS1XXX

BSUABRS1XXX belongs to Banco Sul America S.A. in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

BSUABRS1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBSUABRS1XXX
8-character codeBSUABRS1
Branch codeXXX
BankBanco Sul America S.A.
BranchHead office
CitySao Paulo
CountryBrazil

How the Banco Sul America S.A. SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

BSUA Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
BR Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
S1 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 uses BIC BSUABRS1XXX?

BSUABRS1XXX identifies the main office of Banco Sul America S.A. in Sao Paulo, Brazil. It is the code to use when a payment to Banco Sul America S.A. does not need a specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to Banco Sul America S.A.?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Brazilian Real with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I use BSUABRS1XXX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BSUABRS1XXX with the recipient before sending.

Does Banco Sul America S.A. use only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes – BSUABRS1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Banco Sul America S.A. in Brazil, so there is no branch code to choose.

Are BSUABRS1 and BSUABRS1XXX the same code?

Yes. BSUABRS1 is the short version of BSUABRS1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Banco Sul America S.A. in Sao Paulo.

How long does a transfer to Banco Sul America S.A. take in Brazil?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. 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.