SWIFT/BIC code UOVBHKHHCMS
UOVBHKHHCMS belongs to United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UOVBHKHHCMS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UOVBHKHH |
| Branch code | CMS |
| Bank | United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong |
| Branch | Transaction Banking |
| City | Hong Kong |
| Country | Hong Kong SAR China |
The way the United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UOVB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- HK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CMS 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 is behind SWIFT code UOVBHKHHCMS?
The code UOVBHKHHCMS belongs to Transaction Banking, a unit of United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong in Hong Kong SAR China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use UOVBHKHHCMS incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UOVBHKHHCMS against the details from United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong before sending.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UOVBHKHHCMS, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Hong Kong SAR China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use UOVBHKHH instead of UOVBHKHHCMS?
UOVBHKHH points to the main office of United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong, while UOVBHKHHCMS points to Transaction Banking. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use UOVBHKHHCMS if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to United Overseas Bank LTD Hong Kong?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Hong Kong Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.