UOB is the third-largest Singaporean bank, with a network spanning ASEAN, Greater China and the US and UK, offering full SWIFT international payment services.
How to Use the UOB (United Overseas Bank) SWIFT Code
When sending a SWIFT international wire to UOB (United Overseas Bank), include the BIC UOVBSGSG in the "SWIFT/BIC code" or "Bank identifier code" field of your sending bank's wire transfer form.
The 8-character BIC UOVBSGSG identifies UOB (United Overseas Bank)'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. UOVBSGSGXXX).
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 UOB (United Overseas Bank)?
The SWIFT/BIC code for UOB (United Overseas Bank) is UOVBSGSG. This 8-character code is used to route international wire transfers to UOB (United Overseas Bank) on the SWIFT network.
Is UOVBSGSG the correct SWIFT code to use?
Yes, UOVBSGSG is the primary SWIFT/BIC code for UOB (United Overseas Bank). Always confirm the exact BIC (especially branch suffix) with your recipient or UOB (United Overseas Bank)'s official website before sending a large wire.
How do I track a payment from UOB (United Overseas Bank)?
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 UOB (United Overseas Bank) accept for international wires?
UOB (United Overseas Bank) handles the following major currencies: SGD, USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, JPY, MYR, THB, IDR. Always confirm accepted currencies directly with the bank for your specific corridor.
Track a Payment from UOB (United Overseas Bank) — Free
Paste the 36-character UETR from your UOB (United Overseas Bank) wire confirmation and see the live SWIFT status in seconds. No bank login, no signup, no charge.