SWIFT/BIC code COPAUYM1XXX
COPAUYM1XXX belongs to Copab in Montevideo, Uruguay.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COPAUYM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COPAUYM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Copab |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Montevideo |
| Country | Uruguay |
The way the Copab SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COPA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- UY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M1 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 bank is behind BIC COPAUYM1XXX?
COPAUYM1XXX identifies the headquarters of Copab in Montevideo, Uruguay. Use it when a payment to Copab does not need a specific branch.
Does Copab have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – COPAUYM1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Copab in Uruguay, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Copab?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Uruguay with transfer services before you send.
Is COPAUYM1 and COPAUYM1XXX the same code?
Yes. COPAUYM1 is the short version of COPAUYM1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Copab in Montevideo.
What happens if I use COPAUYM1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check COPAUYM1XXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Copab in Uruguay?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.