SWIFT/BIC code MCBDUGK1XXX
MCBDUGK1XXX belongs to Mercantile Credit Bank LTD in Kampala, Uganda.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MCBDUGK1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MCBDUGK1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Mercantile Credit Bank LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kampala |
| Country | Uganda |
The way the Mercantile Credit Bank LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MCBD 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
What bank uses SWIFT code MCBDUGK1XXX?
MCBDUGK1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Mercantile Credit Bank LTD in Kampala, Uganda. Use it when you send money to an account at Mercantile Credit Bank LTD.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Mercantile Credit Bank LTD?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Uganda with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Mercantile Credit Bank LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MCBDUGK1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Uganda uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of MCBDUGK1XXX stand for?
MCBD is the institution code of Mercantile Credit Bank LTD, UG stands for Uganda, K1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use MCBDUGK1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MCBDUGK1XXX against the details from Mercantile Credit Bank LTD before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Mercantile Credit Bank LTD?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.