SWIFT/BIC code BCEYMVMVXXX
BCEYMVMVXXX belongs to Bank of Ceylon in Male, Maldives.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCEYMVMVXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCEYMVMV |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Ceylon |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Male |
| Country | Maldives |
How the Bank of Ceylon SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCEY Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MV Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MV Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind BIC BCEYMVMVXXX?
The code BCEYMVMVXXX belongs to the headquarters of Bank of Ceylon in Male, Maldives. Use it when a payment to Bank of Ceylon does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Ceylon?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Maldives with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BCEYMVMVXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BCEYMVMVXXX against the details from Bank of Ceylon before sending.
Are BCEYMVMV and BCEYMVMVXXX the same code?
Yes. BCEYMVMV is the short version of BCEYMVMVXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Bank of Ceylon in Male.
Does Bank of Ceylon have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BCEYMVMVXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Bank of Ceylon in Maldives, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Ceylon?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCEYMVMVXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Maldives is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.