SWIFT/BIC code UTBLBDDH438
UTBLBDDH438 belongs to Uttara Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UTBLBDDH438 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UTBLBDDH |
| Branch code | 438 |
| Bank | Uttara Bank Limited |
| Branch | Ramna Branch |
| City | Dhaka |
| Country | Bangladesh |
How the Uttara Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UTBL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BD Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- DH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 438 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 is behind SWIFT code UTBLBDDH438?
UTBLBDDH438 identifies Ramna Branch, part of Uttara Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Uttara Bank Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 43 SWIFT/BIC codes for Uttara Bank Limited in Bangladesh, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of UTBLBDDH438 stand for?
UTBL is the institution code of Uttara Bank Limited, BD is the ISO code of Bangladesh, DH is the location code and 438 identifies the department Ramna Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Uttara Bank Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Uttara Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UTBLBDDH438, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Bangladesh is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Uttara Bank Limited in Bangladesh?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Bangladesh with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.