SWIFT/BIC code UBANDOS1XXX
UBANDOS1XXX belongs to Banco Universal S.A. in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBANDOS1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBANDOS1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Universal S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Santo Domingo |
| Country | Dominican Republic |
How the Banco Universal S.A. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UBAN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DO Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 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 is behind BIC UBANDOS1XXX?
The code UBANDOS1XXX belongs to the head office of Banco Universal S.A. in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. It is the code to use when a payment to Banco Universal S.A. does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Banco Universal S.A. take in Dominican Republic?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter UBANDOS1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UBANDOS1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banco Universal S.A.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UBANDOS1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Dominican Republic is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of UBANDOS1XXX stand for?
UBAN is the bank code of Banco Universal S.A., DO is the ISO code of Dominican Republic, S1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Universal S.A.?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Dominican Republic with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.