SWIFT/BIC code ITAUBRSPLOC

ITAUBRSPLOC belongs to Itau Unibanco S/A in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

ITAUBRSPLOC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeITAUBRSPLOC
8-character codeITAUBRSP
Branch codeLOC
BankItau Unibanco S/A
BranchCustodia Local
CitySao Paulo
CountryBrazil

The way the Itau Unibanco S/A SWIFT/BIC is structured

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

ITAU Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
BR Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
SP Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
LOC 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 uses SWIFT code ITAUBRSPLOC?

ITAUBRSPLOC is the SWIFT/BIC code of Custodia Local, a unit of Itau Unibanco S/A in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Itau Unibanco S/A?

Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.

What does each part of ITAUBRSPLOC stand for?

ITAU is the bank code of Itau Unibanco S/A, BR stands for Brazil, SP is the location code and LOC is the code of the department Custodia Local.

What do I need for a transfer to an account at Itau Unibanco S/A?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ITAUBRSPLOC, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Brazil uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.

Can I use ITAUBRSP instead of ITAUBRSPLOC?

ITAUBRSP points to the main office of Itau Unibanco S/A, while ITAUBRSPLOC is Custodia Local. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ITAUBRSPLOC.

How long does it take to send money to Itau Unibanco S/A?

A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money 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.