SWIFT/BIC code UBBSBGSFXXX
UBBSBGSFXXX belongs to United Bulgarian Bank in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBBSBGSFXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBBSBGSF |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | United Bulgarian Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sofia |
| Country | Bulgaria |
The way the United Bulgarian Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UBBS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SF 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 UBBSBGSFXXX?
UBBSBGSFXXX identifies the headquarters of United Bulgarian Bank in Sofia, Bulgaria. Use it when you send money to an account at United Bulgarian Bank.
What do the letters in UBBSBGSFXXX stand for?
UBBS is the institution code of United Bulgarian Bank, BG stands for Bulgaria, SF is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to United Bulgarian Bank in Bulgaria?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Bulgaria with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does United Bulgarian Bank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, UBBSBGSFXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for United Bulgarian Bank in Bulgaria, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I enter UBBSBGSFXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UBBSBGSFXXX against the details from United Bulgarian Bank before sending.
Is UBBSBGSF and UBBSBGSFXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. UBBSBGSF is the 8-character version of UBBSBGSFXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to United Bulgarian Bank in Sofia.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.