UOVBSGSGCMS — UNITED OVERSEAS BANK LIMITED
UOVBSGSGCMS is the SWIFT/BIC code for UNITED OVERSEAS BANK LIMITED in SINGAPORE, Singapore — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
UOVBSGSGCMS is the SWIFT/BIC code for UNITED OVERSEAS BANK LIMITED in SINGAPORE, Singapore. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: UOVBSGSG
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | UNITED OVERSEAS BANK LIMITED |
| Country | Singapore (SG) |
| Location Code | SG |
| Branch | TRANSACTION BANKING |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code UOVBSGSGCMS belong to?
The SWIFT code UOVBSGSGCMS identifies UNITED OVERSEAS BANK LIMITED in SINGAPORE, Singapore. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code UOVBSGSGCMS mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of UOVBSGSGCMS are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (UOVB) represent the bank code for UNITED OVERSEAS BANK LIMITED; characters 5-6 (SG) indicate the country code for Singapore; characters 7-8 (SG) specify the location code; and the final characters (CMS) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code UOVBSGSGCMS active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) UOVBSGSGCMS is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'SG' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code UOVBSGSG instead of UOVBSGSGCMS?
Yes. The 8-character code UOVBSGSG represents the primary headquarters of UNITED OVERSEAS BANK LIMITED. The 11-character code UOVBSGSGCMS targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to UOVBSGSG (or UOVBSGSGXXX) will route them to the main head office.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).