SWIFT/BIC code UGBAUGKABKG
UGBAUGKABKG belongs to Bank of Uganda in Kampala, Uganda.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UGBAUGKABKG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UGBAUGKA |
| Branch code | BKG |
| Bank | Bank of Uganda |
| Branch | Letters of Credit Processing |
| City | Kampala |
| Country | Uganda |
How the Bank of Uganda SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UGBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- UG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BKG 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 branch uses BIC UGBAUGKABKG?
The code UGBAUGKABKG belongs to Letters of Credit Processing, part of Bank of Uganda in Kampala, Uganda. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Uganda?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Uganda?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UGBAUGKABKG, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Uganda uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use UGBAUGKA instead of UGBAUGKABKG?
UGBAUGKA is the head office of Bank of Uganda, while UGBAUGKABKG is Letters of Credit Processing. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use UGBAUGKABKG if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Uganda?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Uganda with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of UGBAUGKABKG mean?
UGBA is the institution code of Bank of Uganda, UG stands for Uganda, KA is the code for the city or region and BKG identifies the department Letters of Credit Processing.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.