SWIFT/BIC code UOVBSGSGBNS
UOVBSGSGBNS belongs to United Overseas Bank Limited in Singapore, Singapore.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UOVBSGSGBNS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UOVBSGSG |
| Branch code | BNS |
| Bank | United Overseas Bank Limited |
| Branch | Banknotes Department |
| City | Singapore |
| Country | Singapore |
How the United Overseas Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UOVB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SG Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BNS 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 BIC UOVBSGSGBNS?
UOVBSGSGBNS identifies Banknotes Department, a unit of United Overseas Bank Limited in Singapore, Singapore. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use UOVBSGSG instead of UOVBSGSGBNS?
UOVBSGSG points to the main office of United Overseas Bank Limited, while UOVBSGSGBNS is Banknotes Department. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UOVBSGSGBNS.
Does United Overseas Bank Limited have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for United Overseas Bank Limited in Singapore, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to United Overseas Bank Limited take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I enter UOVBSGSGBNS with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UOVBSGSGBNS with the recipient before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at United Overseas Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UOVBSGSGBNS, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Singapore is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.