SWIFT/BIC code UGBAUGKAXXX
UGBAUGKAXXX belongs to Bank of Uganda in Kampala, Uganda.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UGBAUGKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UGBAUGKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Uganda |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kampala |
| Country | Uganda |
The way the Bank of Uganda SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 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 UGBAUGKAXXX?
UGBAUGKAXXX identifies the headquarters of Bank of Uganda in Kampala, Uganda. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bank of Uganda.
Does Bank of Uganda have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Uganda in Uganda, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Uganda.
What does each part of UGBAUGKAXXX stand for?
UGBA is the bank code of Bank of Uganda, UG is the ISO code of Uganda, KA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Uganda?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UGBAUGKAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Uganda uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use UGBAUGKAXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UGBAUGKAXXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Uganda take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.