Centenary Bank is Uganda's largest indigenous commercial bank and the biggest microfinance bank in sub-Saharan Africa, serving rural and urban customers nationwide.
When sending a SWIFT international wire to Centenary Bank Uganda, include the BIC CENBUGKA in the "SWIFT/BIC code" or "Bank identifier code" field of your sending bank's wire transfer form.
The 8-character BIC CENBUGKA identifies Centenary Bank Uganda's head office. If you are sending to a specific branch, the bank may provide an 11-character BIC with a 3-character branch suffix (e.g. CENBUGKAXXX).
Once your bank sends the wire, your payment gets a 36-character UETR tracking code. Paste it into Ohmyfin's free tracker to see the live SWIFT GPI status — no bank login needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SWIFT code for Centenary Bank Uganda?
The SWIFT/BIC code for Centenary Bank Uganda is CENBUGKA. This 8-character code is used to route international wire transfers to Centenary Bank Uganda on the SWIFT network.
Is CENBUGKA the correct SWIFT code to use?
Yes, CENBUGKA is the primary SWIFT/BIC code for Centenary Bank Uganda. Always confirm the exact BIC (especially branch suffix) with your recipient or Centenary Bank Uganda's official website before sending a large wire.
How do I track a payment from Centenary Bank Uganda?
Ask the sender (or your bank) for the 36-character UETR tracking code from the MT103 payment confirmation (field 121). Then paste it into Ohmyfin's free SWIFT tracker for the live payment status — no login needed.
What currencies does Centenary Bank Uganda accept for international wires?
Centenary Bank Uganda handles the following major currencies: UGX, USD, EUR. Always confirm accepted currencies directly with the bank for your specific corridor.
Track a Payment from Centenary Bank Uganda — Free
Paste the 36-character UETR from your Centenary Bank Uganda wire confirmation and see the live SWIFT status in seconds. No bank login, no signup, no charge.