SWIFT/BIC code SBICUGKXXXX
SBICUGKXXXX belongs to Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited in Kampala, Uganda.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBICUGKXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBICUGKX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kampala |
| Country | Uganda |
The way the Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SBIC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- UG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KX 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 SWIFT code SBICUGKXXXX?
The code SBICUGKXXXX belongs to the main office of Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited in Kampala, Uganda. Use it when you send money to an account at Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited.
How long does a transfer to Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of SBICUGKXXXX stand for?
SBIC is the institution code of Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited, UG stands for Uganda, KX is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBICUGKXXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Uganda uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited in Uganda?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Uganda with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SBICUGKXXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited in Uganda, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.