SWIFT/BIC code CBCUUYMMGPA
CBCUUYMMGPA belongs to Banco Central del Uruguay in Montevideo, Uruguay.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBCUUYMMGPA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBCUUYMM |
| Branch code | GPA |
| Bank | Banco Central del Uruguay |
| Branch | — |
| City | Montevideo |
| Country | Uruguay |
How the Banco Central del Uruguay SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CBCU 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.
- GPA 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code CBCUUYMMGPA?
CBCUUYMMGPA identifies Banco Central del Uruguay, a unit of Banco Central del Uruguay in Montevideo, Uruguay. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use CBCUUYMM instead of CBCUUYMMGPA?
CBCUUYMM is the main office of Banco Central del Uruguay, while CBCUUYMMGPA is Banco Central del Uruguay. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CBCUUYMMGPA.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Central del Uruguay?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does Banco Central del Uruguay have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco Central del Uruguay in Uruguay, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of CBCUUYMMGPA mean?
CBCU is the institution code of Banco Central del Uruguay, UY stands for Uruguay, MM is the location code and GPA is the code of the branch Banco Central del Uruguay.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Central del Uruguay?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CBCUUYMMGPA, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Uruguay is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.