SWIFT/BIC code UBUBMMM1XXX
UBUBMMM1XXX belongs to Union of Burma Bank in Yangon, Myanmar (Burma).
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBUBMMM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBUBMMM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Union of Burma Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Yangon |
| Country | Myanmar (Burma) |
The way the Union of Burma Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UBUB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MM 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
Which bank uses BIC UBUBMMM1XXX?
UBUBMMM1XXX identifies the headquarters of Union of Burma Bank in Yangon, Myanmar (Burma). Use it when a payment to Union of Burma Bank does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter UBUBMMM1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UBUBMMM1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Union of Burma Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Myanmar (Burma) with specialist providers before you send.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Union of Burma Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UBUBMMM1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Myanmar (Burma) is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in UBUBMMM1XXX stand for?
UBUB is the institution code of Union of Burma Bank, MM stands for Myanmar (Burma), M1 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Is UBUBMMM1 and UBUBMMM1XXX the same code?
Yes. UBUBMMM1 is the 8-character version of UBUBMMM1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Union of Burma Bank in Yangon.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.