SWIFT/BIC code LAUBUGK1XXX

LAUBUGK1XXX belongs to Tropical Bank Limited in Kampala, Uganda.

LAUBUGK1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLAUBUGK1XXX
8-character codeLAUBUGK1
Branch codeXXX
BankTropical Bank Limited
BranchHead office
CityKampala
CountryUganda

How the Tropical Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works

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

LAUB Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
UG Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
K1 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 SWIFT code LAUBUGK1XXX?

LAUBUGK1XXX identifies the headquarters of Tropical Bank Limited in Kampala, Uganda. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Tropical Bank Limited.

What does each part of LAUBUGK1XXX stand for?

LAUB is the bank code of Tropical Bank Limited, UG stands for Uganda, K1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Tropical Bank Limited?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code LAUBUGK1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Uganda is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.

How long does it take to send money to Tropical Bank Limited in Uganda?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What is the best way to send money to Tropical Bank Limited?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Uganda with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Are LAUBUGK1 and LAUBUGK1XXX the same code?

Yes. LAUBUGK1 is the 8-character version of LAUBUGK1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Tropical Bank Limited in Kampala.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.