SWIFT/BIC code UNATUS33XXX

UNATUS33XXX belongs to United Nations in New York,ny, United States.

UNATUS33XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUNATUS33XXX
8-character codeUNATUS33
Branch codeXXX
BankUnited Nations
BranchHead office
CityNew York,ny
CountryUnited States

The way the United Nations SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

UNAT Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
US Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
33 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 is behind BIC UNATUS33XXX?

The code UNATUS33XXX belongs to the head office of United Nations in New York,ny, United States. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at United Nations.

Is UNATUS33 and UNATUS33XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. UNATUS33 is the short version of UNATUS33XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to United Nations in New York,ny.

What happens if I use UNATUS33XXX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UNATUS33XXX with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the best way to send money to United Nations in United States?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in US Dollar with specialist providers before you send.

How long does it take to send money to United Nations?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.

Does United Nations use a single SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, UNATUS33XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for United Nations in United States, so there is no branch code to choose.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.