SWIFT/BIC code SPABUYM1XXX
SPABUYM1XXX belongs to Cuentas del F.g.d.b in Montevideo, Uruguay.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SPABUYM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SPABUYM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Cuentas del F.g.d.b |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Montevideo |
| Country | Uruguay |
How the Cuentas del F.g.d.b SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SPAB 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
What bank uses SWIFT code SPABUYM1XXX?
SPABUYM1XXX identifies the main office of Cuentas del F.g.d.b in Montevideo, Uruguay. Use it when you send money to an account at Cuentas del F.g.d.b.
What happens if I use SPABUYM1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SPABUYM1XXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Cuentas del F.g.d.b take in Uruguay?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in SPABUYM1XXX stand for?
SPAB is the institution code of Cuentas del F.g.d.b, UY is the ISO code of Uruguay, M1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Cuentas del F.g.d.b?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SPABUYM1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Uruguay uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Is SPABUYM1 and SPABUYM1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SPABUYM1 is the short version of SPABUYM1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Cuentas del F.g.d.b in Montevideo.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.